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3 Things You Should Do Immediately If Your Dogs Just Got Into A Fight
Two Small Dogs Sitting On A Bed Together Last spring (I can't believe it was that long ago), I wrote a blog post about things you NOT...
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Holiday Stress And Our Dogs
Black and white dog wearing a santa hat by a pool "It's the most wonderful time of the year," is a famous line from a Christmas song that...
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New Baby and Old Dog: 3 Key Points For Successful Acclimation At Home
Having a baby is an exciting life event, but it also comes with lots of change and uncertainty. This applies not only to us but also to...
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Should I Get A New Puppy For My Senior Dog?
As a dog behavior consultant, I walk into many homes with senior dogs where the family has just welcomed a brand new puppy into the...
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Let Sleeping Dogs Lie: The Importance of Giving Dogs Personal Space
We all love our dogs. They are our furry, adorable, and sweet best friends. So sometimes we overlook the importance of giving them the...
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The Case For Basket Muzzles: Why We Need to End The Negative Stigma
Muzzles. The word alone can create thoughts of aggression or danger, often associated with a dog who is unpredictable or going to bite....
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Effective Training Techniques for Senior Dogs: 5 Helpful Tips
Guess what!? The old saying is simply not true. You CAN teach an old dog new tricks. And not only can you, but you SHOULD! Training older...
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The Power & Necessity Of Using Food In Dog Training: Why We All Need To Stop Being Ashamed And Start Dishing Out The Snacks!
Dog training has evolved significantly over the last few decades, moving away from forced-based methods towards more positive and humane...
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What NOT To Do If Your Dogs Just Had A Fight
As a certified dog behavior consultant and dog trainer, I work with many client households that consist of multiple dogs. Something that...
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Why Mental Stimulation is Essential For Senior Dogs
As our furry best friends enter their final chapters of life, it is crucial to recognize that their needs extend beyond only physical...
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I love dogs who growl. Here's why: (Yes, you read that correctly.)
It seems like human nature to react negatively when we hear a dog growl at us, someone else, or even at another animal. It is like a gut...
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Surviving Adolescence With Your Dog: 3 Reminders
The average age of a dog surrendered to a shelter for behavior issues is between 1-3 years old. This is not surprising to me. Why?...
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1 Easy Skill to Teach Your Dog To Help Them Prepare For The Arrival of A New Child
Expecting parents who have dogs in the home are often overwhelmed by the many things to do to best prepare for the arrival of their new...
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3 Things to Know About Having Dogs Around Other Pets
Over the past 2 years, I have added several new species of companion animals to my very dog-oriented household. (cat and chickens) As a...
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Let's Normalize (And Appreciate) Imperfect Dogs
I have this sticker on my water bottle. It is a great daily reminder for me during my sessions with clients. Here's why: No one is...
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3 Dangerous Myths About Separation Anxiety In Dogs (That Need To Be Debunked)
Last year, I completed a specialized course specifically about separation anxiety in dogs. I am now a certified SA Pro trainer and I...
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3 Quick Tips for Helping An Anxious Dog
We live in a chaotic world. Many of us experience anxiety due to uncertainty, potential dangers, and stress. Well, guess what... our dogs...
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Here's Why You Should Seek Professional Guidance BEFORE You Bring A New Dog Home
I work with a lot of clients who recently brought home a new dog. Often, they are overwhelmed by the dog or puppy's behavior. One of the...
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Recall Is The One Skill We Should Teach Every Dog (Because It Could Save Their Life One Day)
Obedience is very popular in the world of dog ownership and training. People like to brag about how many "commands" their dog knows and...
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Management: We Use It to Make Our Own Lives Easier... Here's Why Our Dogs Deserve It Too
Do you ever close your eyes when you see something gross or upsetting because you know that if you look at it, it will ruin your whole...
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