Then the day comes when it’s time to put on a collar and leash. Not every puppy will happily cooperate with being walked on a leash. This isn’t even about collar vs harness. We’re only talking about using a[…]
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Category: Training Blog
IS PUSHING INTRUSIVE OR BONDING?
Is “pushing” your dog intrusive and aggressive or affectionate and bonding? There is a training method known as “pushing” a dog. This method is used by trainers who also believe that playing “tug-of-war” and letting your dog win helps TO[…]
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FIREWORKS THUNDER VACUUM EL-TRAIN
July 4th fireworks may be more intense in volume in addition to emerging with more of a sudden boom, and more often than thunder without the warning of a rolling, escalating rumble. Imagine your puppy hearing a barrage of explosive[…]
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PUPPY CENTRAL
Puppies and dogs that have been adopted from a shelter or rescue foundation, do better if they start in a central location of your home. For puppies, you will be starting them off on the right track to conforming to[…]
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DOES YOUR DOG GET CAR SICK?
Does your dog get car sick and vomit in the car? Does he pant or salivate? Does she shake or whine? To some of us, just saying “car sick” conjures memories or thoughts of how awful that feeling can be.[…]
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GUARDING AGAINST “GUARDING RESOURCES”
When a dog warns a human or another dog to stay away from his/her food, toys, bed, or anything they consider belonging to them, it is referred to as guarding resources. The warning can be a low growl, raised lip,[…]
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TOILET WATER-THINK TOILET BRUSH
Some dogs like to drink out of the toilet bowl. The somewhat obvious reason is that the water appears to be fresh and cool. If your dog is drinking out of the toilet bowl instead of his water bowl,[…]
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IT EITHER IS OR IT ISN’T OK
Many of my clients want to know if I think it’s OK for their dog to sleep in their bed. They are very surprised to hear that I allow my dogs to do so. But this is what I tell[…]
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HOME ALONE SEPARATION ANXIETY
Pet parents are very familiar with the term “Separation Anxiety” and want to know how to alleviate this behavioral problem. I’m happy to address the issue but need to first explain how pet parents can actually cause separation anxiety and[…]
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