Shock Collars
I am in a mood. In NO world should you shock your dog, period. And lately even some “trainers” are using them. Shocking your dog is not “training” in any form. It’s... Read more
Sophie Needs Good Toys
Sophie needs at least two dozen toys. Really? Absolutely. She would like to have something new once in a while–even if it is a toy you hide away for... Read more
Grrr, Dog Fights
What is the best way to stop a dog fight? By preventing a dog fight in the first place. Recently two dogs in a local park were going at... Read more
Leashes and Harnesses and Equipment–Oh My!
We sure can shop for stuff–and dog stuff is pretty hard to resist: new harnesses and collars and leashes and car seats and crates appear on the market all... Read more
Online Training Works!
When people call a dog or cat trainer, they have ideas of what they need: “Help me potty train my puppy!” “Please make my dog stop nipping at my... Read more
Separation Anxiety Prevention Webinar
RECORDED WEBINAR NOW AVAILABLE: $20 Our pets are very SPOILED right now, with many humans home so much. Many dogs and cats will have trouble acclimating to life reopening.... Read more
Dogs Forgive
Anyone stressed? Raise your paw! The pandemic is affecting our stress levels–subtly or not so subtly. Whether you are feeling worried about what is going on or just overwhelmed... Read more
Magical Multiples
What’s better than having a dog? Having two! Often. But not always. I often joke that the solution to many issues is to “just get another dog.” When the... Read more
Dogs Outdoors
A woman recently asked me for advice on her dogs because they can’t be apart without real separation stress. It turns out they live together outside in the yard all the... Read more