It’s normal to be afraid of things with sharp teeth. But what can be done to help you overcome a fear of dogs? Read here to find out.
Read MoreThinking about getting a puppy for Christmas? Here are some things to consider.
Read MoreI get asked this fairly often. Here’s what I tell my clients.
Read MoreThis one little trick may help you get JUST the behavior that you want if you’re close but not quite there.
Read MoreIt’s time the dog training industry insisted on clear and unambiguous language against the use of pain, fear, or intimidation in training methods. And it’s past time that rescues and shelters stop using trainers who use methods employing shock, prong, and other outdated methods.
Read MoreI’ve trained my dogs (and several client dogs) to wear muzzles. I think your dog should learn to wear one too. Read this short article for my reasons why.
Read MoreLet’s pause for a moment just to think about all the good things dogs bring to our lives.
Read MoreHow old should your puppy be before you start training? And how old is too old?
Read MoreIt’s not too early to help your dog get ready for July 4 of next year!
Read MoreJust how much training is enough?
Read MoreWe spend time thinking how to prompt animals to do what we want. Maybe we’re focusing on the wrong thing..
Read MoreYour dogs would like you to know a few more things. They’ve asked me to pass these along.
Read MoreNo one likes to be bored - including your dog.
Read MoreDoes your dog blow you off? What’s up with that!?
Read MoreDog parks can be great - but only if certain things exist. Hint: it’s far less about the facilities and more about the people who bring their dogs.
Read MoreBy labeling dogs as stubborn or having “Littermate Syndrome” we place the blame for problems inside the dog instead of addressing the issues. Don’t fall into that trap.
Read MoreThere are some great blogs out there. Here are a few I really like.
Read MoreIf Buster could talk, you might be surprised what he’d say about the walks you go on.
Read MoreYou’ve heard “it’s all in how you raise them” as a defense for a breed with a bad reputation. that right or wrong? Read here to find out if Nature or Nurture (also known as training or genetics) is more important.
Read MoreWe often hear about dogs who are trying to be dominant over their humans. Is that true? Do dogs want to rule the world one human at a time? No, of course not. So, what’s really going on there? This article tells you how the myth started and what’s really going on.
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