Free Downloads & Resources
These educational guides and infographics are free to download & print. Rescues and shelters may use these in adoption packets as long as they are not cropped or altered in any other way. You may share links to download as well as sharing the cover page of the download, as long as they are attributed to Rescued by Training but please do not share excerpts from them without permission. Enjoy!
Introduction to Dog Body Language and Communication
Helping decode dog communication for a happier, safer, and more rewarding bond! Take this free 30-minute course to improve your relationship today!
Surrendering
Or Rehoming
Checklist
Download my free guide today to help you navigate the tough, emotional decisions about your dog’s future.
Understanding Dog Profession Titles
Download my free guide to learn what is regulated and what’s not, and what do all those letters and credentials stand for.
Say No To Using Prong Collars
Download my free guide today to learn how to skip the aversives and help your dog achieve long-term behavior change. Know better, do better.
Companion Animal Advance Care Directive
Download my free guide today to learn how to be proactive and open a discussion about what you are willing or not willing to do in terms of treatments, quality of life sacrifices and more.
Deciding When It Is Time To Say Goodbye
Knowing when it’s time to say goodbye to your beloved can be nerve wracking.My guide can help you navigate this difficult path.
Companion Animal Bucket List Ideas
Download my free guide today for some ideas on creating and doing a bucket list with your beloved before they pass away.
10 Dos and Don’ts When Introducing Your Dog to your New Baby.
Download my free guide to get clear on the best practices for dog and baby intros.
3 Reasons Not To Use A Shock Collar
Download my free guide to learn why not to use these tools, get a deeper dive into the lack of regulation in dog training and give you citations to the research so you can read it yourself.
5 Ways Fear is Acquired in Dogs
My most popular download to date! Learn how fear is acquired in dogs and why good breeding, early socialization and experiences matter. Grab it here.
Dog Communication
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How Dogs Learn
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Dos and Don’ts When Meeting A New Dog
Download my free guide to learn what to do and what not to do when meeting a dog for the very first time.
Dog Training in the Real World
Download my suggestions for taking your training out into the real world, and how to handle unexpected triggers.
Trigger Stacking
Helping you understand the role stress hormones play in your dog’s training journey. Grab your own copy here!
5 Suggestions That Won’t Help Separation Anxiety (and might make it worse)
Stop wasting time and potentially making your dog’s separation anxiety worse. Grab my guide here.
The Dog Trainer’s Toolkit
My guide for some of my favorite gear suggestions and hacks for when your training isn’t quite up to par yet!
The 7 Milestones of Separation Anxiety Training
Separation anxiety isn’t a quick fix – it’s a journey. See the 7 big milestones you can expect to have in this journey.
26 Alternatives To Leaving Your Dog Home Alone
Ideas for helping suspend absences during your separation anxiety training, so you don’t make your dog worse!
Be A Good Neighbor: Separation Anxiety and Apartment Living
Sep anx and apartments don’t mix. Here’s my tips on how to keep your neighbors happy.
Make Your Holiday Gatherings Safe For Your Dog And Visitors
Download my free guide to keep your dog and visitors safe during parties and holiday gatherings.
6 Resource Guarding Myths To Stop Believing
Download my free guide today to help you learn about common, harmful and potentially dangerous myths about resource guarding.
6 Quick Activities For A Busy Or Rainy Day Guide
Download my free guide today for some quick, easy ways to give your dog some activity and bonding time with you on rainy or extra busy days.