Does Your Dog Really Want a Kiss?
Learning to Speak Your Dog’s Language We humans often show affection by hugging, kissing, and getting close face-to-face. But these…
Don’t Skip Kindergarten: The ABCs Every Dog Needs
When we are young, our parents and teachers teach us our ABCs. Why? Because the ABCs are the foundation for…
When Training Creates Fear or Anxiety:The Hidden Cost of Shock Collars
I rarely post about controversial topics like this because I prefer to spend my time and energy sharing science-based methods…
Beyond Compassion Fatigue: Find Your Rhythm
If you work in animal sheltering, rescue, veterinary medicine, dog training, or behavior consulting, you know this work is incredibly…
Food Is a Basic Need…Not Another Thing for Us to Control… And Yes It Can Be Free!
One of the most common pieces of dog training advice is: “Hand feed your dog to build a relationship.” Or……
Management, Response Prevention and the Brain – The First Step in Any Plan!
Management and response prevention are essential parts of behavior modification. Before we can teach a dog new skills or change…