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Help! My Dog Barks At Other Dogs!
Why do our dogs sometimes bark and lunge at other dogs, and what can we do about it?
Why it’s not “ok”, even if “he’s friendly”
It’s crucial to remember that not all dogs are in a position to interact, especially those on a leash. Here’s why we should respect the space of leashed dogs and promote a safer environment for everyone
Are You Teaching Your Dog To Look For Triggers?
If you have a dog with big feelings, you may have some strategies in place to help them deal with triggers when out and about. But are you accidentally turning these management strategies into cues to look for triggers?
Positive Reinforcement: Training Beyond Treats?
I use food extensively in my training, both for my own dogs and the dogs that I work with. But what happens when food isn’t the main motivator for our dogs’ behaviour?
Managing Triggers with Sensitive Dogs
If you share your life with a sensitive dog, you know that walks can lead to stressful situations for both of you – especially if we consider urban environments, or situations in which avoiding triggers is difficult. So, what can we do about this?
Dealing with Environmental Sensitivities
Have you ever felt pressured to take your puppy or young dog everywhere in hopes of helping them adapt to new experiences? It’s a common concern among dog owners: “If I don’t expose them now, they’ll never get used to it and they’ll never be able to go”.
5 Common Prey Drive Mistakes
As a rewards-based dog trainer, I often see owners unintentionally hinder their dogs’ progress when it comes to managing predatory behaviours.
Herding Dogs & Car Chasing: A Real-Life Story
Does your herding dog leap/lunge/bark/spin at traffic when you walk them by the road? If you are struggling with this issue, you’re not alone!
Are We Expecting Too Much from Our Dogs?
Do we always need to work on modifying our dogs’ behaviour? Or do we sometimes need to adjust our expectations of how they should behave?
Mastering Loose Lead Walking
Walking your dog on a lead may seem like a simple task, but for many dogs, especially young ones, it can be quite challenging!