Disaster Readiness – Yes, Again!
If you have been following the weather news, you might have guessed what this post was going to be about, am I right?
So, we...
Going Viral: A Detailed Look at Canine Viruses
Canine viruses have existed for thousands of years. Today we have tools to combat and prevent many of the diseases they cause. But despite...
Helping Dogs Adjust to Being Home Alone Again
Though many people who have been sheltering in place for weeks report being confused as to the day of the week, I have been...
A Beautiful Dog Memorial
Last weekend, I flew down to San Diego, California, to spend
a couple of days with my sister-in-law and niece (who had also flown to...
Are There Cues Your Dog Doesn’t Like?
I was teaching a “teen dog” class last night, and we were
working on the “stay” behavior. In the training center where I teach, we
instruct...
Beware of harmful algal blooms (HABs)
There are many global environmental disasters that I am
concerned about in a big-picture way, but at this time of year, the one that I
am...
Plan ahead to socialize your puppy early!
Recently, I witnessed an older couple struggling to carry a
crate into a puppy kindergarten class. Once inside, they opened the crate and a
large and...
Dog Trainers Save Lives
The first time I met Annie, a year-old German Shepherd Dog, it was at about 9 p.m. on February 10, 2017. I am certain...
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Parallels between Force-Free Training and Gentle Parenting
Both gentle parenting and force-free training emphasize empathy for the living being you're responsible for, and patience with their behavior as their core tenet.