When a small dog is aggressive toward people, don’t pick him up (or if already being held put him down). This only reinforces the behavior since he will see it as a reward.  Anyone who picks up a dog (or pays attention to them) while…

Awesome article about Brain Psychology and the similarities being found in dogs and humans… Next time you change your tone of voice with your pooch you should keep this in mind… I just  love how all of the sudden our pooches are getting some real…

Great Article on the 4 Quads and how they affect dog training  and while Skinner and Pavlov are really important to training (as well as everyday life) I also suggest a little study on a guy named Thorndike! He pre-dates both….  Quadrant Hell!!!! | Great Shakes…

 Great article on a subject you might not have considered… But with the increase in Medical Marijuana and legalization in several states this is information that folks need to be prepared to deal with… Educate yourself, you never know when something unforeseen will occur…. What…

Even after your dog is old enough to be fed only once a day, he should be given a morning snack just to calm his rumbling tummy.           (This is good time to do your 15 minute obedience workout. Not to…

Group rallies behind dog that bit boy’s face | azfamily.com Phoenix Okay this is not going to be a popular post. First, there are several questions that were not answered in the article. For example did this dog have a bite history? Why was the…

Great Article on the issues of credit and Vet Care… Great explanation of the credit question… I know there are some vets who read this blog and I would love your opinion. From my perspective a credit card or a savings account would be another…

Looking for a great way to get training started with your new pooch (puppy or adult, works with either) Well you need to check out our new book!!! Simple, Fast and Easy… These techniques have worked for tons of folks already… All you gotta do…

We have 3 books published now and Shawnee Books & Toys has given us the opportunity to do a book signing and presentation on the 5 Steps to the Perfect Pet! Please come visit with us and say hello! We will have copies of all three books…

Great article on nuisance barking… It is true that most towns or cities define nuisance barking as anything that is a nuisance to another person… Seems pretty crazy but it”s true. (  I would love to have the opinion of a lawyer) But judging from the article tape recording your dog…