About Sandie Calloway, CPDT-KA

I'm a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and the founder of Smarter Paws Academy, where my mission is to help you build an incredible bond with your dog through kind, effective, and science-backed positive reinforcement training. I believe training should be a joyful experience that builds confidence in both you and your dog. Here, you'll find my expert advice and personal stories to help you solve behavior problems and raise a happy, well-behaved companion.

Group of joyful puppies in training to stop biting by playing with colorful chew toys on a sunny grass field.

Stop the Nibbles! A Comprehensive Guide to Ending Puppy Biting

August 20, 2025

Dive into our guide on how to stop puppy biting with humane, playful strategies that foster bonding and good behavior. Uncover the secret to a well-behaved pup!

A professional dog trainer using positive reinforcement to teach a quiet command to a focused dog, demonstrating how to stop dog barking at people.

Stop the Yapping! A Comprehensive Guide to Curbing Excessive Dog Barking at People

August 20, 2025

Dive into our guide to understand and quiet your dog’s barking at people—turn chaos into calm with proven, fun-filled training methods!

Dog sitting attentively in a park responding to owner's hand signal for the 'sit' command.

The Ultimate Guide to Dog Training Hand Signals

August 20, 2025

Unlock the secret language of dog training hand signals and transform your communication with your furry friend. Find out more in our latest guide!

About Sandie Calloway, CPDT-KA

Stop the Nibbles! A Comprehensive Guide to Ending Puppy Biting

Stop the Yapping! A Comprehensive Guide to Curbing Excessive Dog Barking at People

The Ultimate Guide to Dog Training Hand Signals

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