Using Retrospective Thinking While Training
Confession time: I did not train Regis to walk on a loose lead for the first four years of his life. At all. Nada. He’s always been on a...
Why cookie cutter advice doesn't always work; AKA sometimes google isn't the answer!
I am a HUGE fan of the internet. Even though it can sometimes be a cesspool of misinformation and bad attitudes (hellooooooo social...
Happy "Howl"-o-ween! Keep your pooch safe!
Halloween is a fun, time honored tradition for many families. We as humans love the sweet treats, the spooky costumes, and a good scare...
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month 2018: Top mistakes made when bringing home your new dog
We're almost at the end of Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! I hope these blog posts have given you some information on what adopting from a...
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month 2018: Essential supplies to have when bringing home Fido
Alright, so you've decided where you're getting your new dog from, chosen the lucky pooch, and prepared for the car ride home. What now?...
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month 2018: Questions to ask during the adoption process
So, you know you want to adopt a dog, and you have an idea of where you'll get him from, but where do you start? What questions should...
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month 2018: Should I get my dog from a rescue, no-kill shelter, or "kill&qu
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and in celebration of that fact I'll be writing some posts specifically about bringing home a new...
Walking with your Puppy
"Alright, I know what you're thinking when you look at that title. Walking with your puppy. Step one, put a leash on your puppy. St
How to positively modify undesired behaviors
One of the biggest criticisms of “positive-only” training (side note: there is no such thing as “only” positive training, this is a...
Essential Factors to Consider when Adopting a Dog
So you’ve decided to add a dog to your family, congratulations! Deciding to add a furry member to your family is highly rewarding, but...
