Training a fearful or nervous dog can become very tricky. When your dog is in a state of fear, they go into fight, flight, fidget or freeze mode. These emotional responses can be intense, resulting in biting or scratching, running off into dangerous areas, or shutting...
We see it on TV, our friends and family tell us “Your dog is trying to dominate you!”, “You need to be the Alpha, the pack leader!” No, no you don’t. Your dog is not dominant. That is not a thing in the dog world. It is a thing in the human world, which is why it...
Can you trust your dog in the kitchen? Even when your back is turned? If you answered no, your dog has probably been rewarded for counter surfing. Counter-surfing is what we say when a dog jumps up onto counters or tables in search of food. Larger dogs might be able...
You got up early, before it became too warm, and took your dog on a 45-minute run through the neighborhood. That should tire your dog out for several hours while you try to get some work done. But 30-minutes later, your dog is ready to go, bringing you his favorite...
With Halloween around the corner, it is important to think about how we can keep our Dog happy and safe with all the unusual activities at Halloween. Here are some things to consider as we get closer to that spooky night. Costumes Not every dog tolerates wearing a...
Can you crate train an adult dog? For most adult dogs, yes. If your dog suffers from separation related distress, sometimes referred to as separation anxiety, then most likely no. Why You Should Crate Train Your Adult Dog While a crate can be used for house training,...
