Why “How Fast?” Might Not Be the Right Question One of the most common questions we hear from dog parents is, “How long will it take to fix my dog’s behavior?” It’s a fair question. You’re dealing with a stressful behavior—maybe your dog is barking constantly,...
South Florida Pet Owners: Are You Ready for a Disaster? Every year, hurricane season rolls into South Florida, with the potential to bring flooding, power outages, and evacuations. While most families have some kind of emergency plan in place, pets are often...
Think Dog Walkers Are Just for the Wealthy? Think Again. There’s a common misconception that hiring a dog walker is a luxury—something reserved for the rich, the retired, or the ultra-busy. But if you’re a dedicated dog parent with a full plate (and let’s be honest,...
When people think about dog training, they often picture a young puppy learning basic behaviors like “sit” or “stay.” or the growling, snarling, lunging dog that needs behavior modification. But effective dog training isn’t just for puppies—and it isn’t something you...
Positive Reinforcement vs. Punishment: What Every Dog Owner Should Know Effective dog training is more than just teaching commands; it’s about shaping behavior in a way that builds trust and strengthens the bond between you and your dog. The methods used to train a...
The Ethical Dog Trainer: Force-Free Training Training dogs in a humane manner is an important aspect of modern pet guardianship, and force-free training has emerged as a popular choice. By focusing on reward-based methods, this approach avoids any physical force or...
