Do NOT Touch – Preventing Resource Guarding!
There is a long, out of date myth out there that you should touch your dog, put your hand in…
Does a dog need training and socializing to address a behavior issue?
“If my dog has a behavior problem, do I just need more training or socialization?” This is a question I…
Considering a herding breed? What you need to know!
Herding breeds were bred to control things in their environment and herd livestock on the farm. Therefore they can have…
Giving your dog a gift!
Have you ever felt the thrill of unwrapping a gift? The excitement! The anticipation! Sometimes the wonder is as fun…
Anthropomorphism and Dogs
What the heck is Anthropomorphism? Anthropomorphism is “the attribution of human traits, emotions or intentions to non-human entities”*. Anthropomorphism can…
How is Physical Therapy Like Dog Behavior?
Anyone who has sat in one of my classes, seminars or behavior consultations knows that I often will make comparisons…