Dog Blog
When to Start My Canine Behavior Modification Plan?
As a dog trainer and canine behavior consultant, you can imagine the emails and calls I get from frustrated dog owners needing relief from their misbehaving canine. When do you think is the best time to start a canine behavior modification plan? Let's take a...
Can Dogs Smell Fear?
Often thought to be folklore, dogs being able to smell fear turns out to be more than just a myth. It's not the actual emotion of fear that they smell or even that they necessarily know what they're smelling is fear. Dogs can, however, pick up on the smell of...
When to Invite Company Over to Meet the New Dog?
Q: When should guests come over to see your new dog? A: Now! Right now! (Unless your newly adopted pet-dog falls into the "exception" category.) Since your new dog is in a new place with new...
Consistency Without Boredom
Dogs thrive on routine and consistency. It makes them feel safe and secure to have things in life they can count on and rules they can follow without confusion. With that said, however, dogs also thrive on new adventures to alleviate boredom and challenge or stimulate...
Does Your Dog Need A Window With A View?
If you have a dog that perches in the window, peacefully soaking up the sun like a cat while calmly watching the world go by, then you are one of the lucky 1%. (Facts may be over-dramatized to make a point.) These beautifully curious dogs are totally unaffected...
The “Don’t Be Greedy” Recall
If you have a dog that consistently comes when called anywhere at anytime, this blog may not be for you but you may find it helpful for maintaining or sharpening that good behavior and responsiveness to avoid having it fade. For those of you who do not have a dog that...
Safely Walking Dogs in Summertime Heat
As we move into the hottest weeks of Summertime, there are a lot of great activities that the outdoors can bring that are fun for both humans and dogs - hiking, games at the park and long walks to name a few. However, there are some basic safety precautions to keep in...
Should I Teach “Speak” to Eliminate Dog Barking Problems?
"Should I teach my dog to "Speak" in order to stop his barking problems?" -Loving Dog Owner Teaching your dog to "Speak" or bark on cue can be a fun trick but should not be used as a behavior modification technique for dogs with barking problems. Some of you may...
Classical and Operant Conditioning in Dog Training
If you were to look up the terms "Classical and Operant Conditioning" online, you'd likely get a slew of scientific terminology that may or may not make sense to you. This blog will attempt to boil it all down into simple terms with examples that are...
Clear and Consistent Communications with Dogs
Effectively communicating from human being to human being continuously proves to be a tricky thing to accomplish. Think about how many misunderstandings take place between managers and employees, husbands and wives, parents and children, friends and friends on a daily...
