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
Better Vet Visits
You’d like your dog to be the one your vet loves most. After all, he’s the cutest dog on the planet and so sweet with you! Your vet would... 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
“Socialization” Is Not the Dog Park
We know that socialization is important for young puppies. We know that adult dogs have to keep at it or difficulties can develop. But what does “socialization” mean? Is... Read more
Good News in a Pandemic
So there is good news in 2020. Yes, really! The great news is that dogs and cats are finding homes like never before! Everyone wants company, and humans are... Read more
And Now a Word about Cats
Don’t you train dogs? Yes, but I also do cat consults, which I find is not common among trainers. Dogs often live with cats, and cats can have behavioral... Read more
Negativity
I don’t like to be negative, especially when it comes to dogs. I want dog classes to be upbeat: focusing on the good, finding positive ways to address problems,... Read more
Car Troubles
Woof! Why are so many dog people talking lately about difficulties with dogs riding in cars? I don’t have statistics, but I’d be curious if the ratio of dogs... Read more
My Dog Doesn’t ______ YET
Good stuff. Bad stuff. Our dogs may not do certain things . . . yet. “My puppy doesn’t sit if I ask when there are other dogs around.” “My... Read more