Magical Dogs in My Life
Like many people, a few dogs in my life have taught, amazed, and inspired me. I have loved all of my own dogs and many
A New Dog Changes Everything!
Expectations Daisy the dog has come to stay with us for a while! Daisy is family, so we already knew her. She and my dog
Halloween
We all want our dogs and cats to enjoy the excitement and joy of Halloween with us! But can they? Yes, if we set things
Prioritizing Behavior and Training:
A Path to Pet Well-Being Behavior and training are priorities for me, especially where the experiences of my own pets are concerned. Every experience results
“Backwards” Recall Game
Perfect for Hot Days! Good training comes in very small pieces. Sometimes, a training exercise seems “backwards” in that you reinforce (reward) the opposite of
Understanding Your Dog
Navigating the Umwelt of Canine Communication and Behavior As the owner and user of a human body, you are empowered when you know how that
Unveiling the Deeper Issue Beyond the Shock Collar Ban
A Call for Education and Transformation The UK recently banned the use of shock collars in dog training, joining a majority of other European countries
Pitfalls of Negative Reinforcement
Why Positive Leash Training is More Effective and Humane In my classes, students learn leash handling skills for themselves and how to teach their dogs
Normalize GOOD Behavior for Dogs
What is “Normal?” There was a time in our society when most dogs slept outside. These days, that doesn’t seem “normal.” When I was a
Why to Get One Dog at a Time
What is a Pack? “Pack” refers to a family group of wolves, consisting of a male and female and their offspring of various ages. Only
