Great New Book on How To Be a Better Shelter Volunteer….
Our new book specifically goes over the skills necessary to be the best shelter volunteer possible, not to mention how we can affect positive change with common problem behaviors. Lets face it whether it is with our own dog or with a dog at the…
The Critical Puppy Socialization Window Most Owners Miss
The Critical Puppy Socialization Window Most Owners Miss 🐾 The Science of Puppy Socialization — Why Timing Matters More Than You Think I came across an article recently (linked below) that explains—in a very heavy, science-forward way—what is actually happening inside a puppy’s brain during…
Not Sure Where to Start With Your Dog? Start With the Foundation
Not Sure Where to Start With Your Dog? Start With the Foundation 🐾 Not Sure Where to Start With Your Dog’s Behavior? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by issues with your dog and don’t know where to begin, you’re not alone. One of the most common…
Why Treats Are a Starting Point — Not a Lifetime Strategy in Dog Training
🐾 Can You Use Food Forever in Dog Training? This is a question I get all the time. Food is a great way to start training a dog—but it was never meant to be used forever or for everything. Many years ago, I did a…
Great Article About Fear and Reaction
Once again one of my favorites with a really cool article about context and fear. Why is it in some cases things are great while in others, they scare the hell out of us? Dogs or Humans the key is the context of the environment…
Big Dogs vs. Little Dogs
This is a great blog and even better article. Not to mention I have the same pet peeve as a dog trainer in Shawnee, KS. I just have never so easily put it to words. Take a read and tell me what you think? …
WHY IS A DOGS MAN’S (OR WOMAN’S) BEST FRIEND?
So, I was just sitting here and a question popped into my head and I realized it would make a great article so here it is folks: Why is it we, as humans, have decided dog is man’s (or woman’s) best friend, and just what…
Bonding with Dogs–or Not
Great article and a great blog. You should definitely follow this author! I love the fact she is honest and even gives ideas for improvement! Few trainers/bloggers would tell you they have time to bond with dogs! Another idea I have seen work a lot…
When You Assume… A shared blog from your Shawnee Dog Trainer!
This is a great article by a really good trainer! If you have ever been upset by your dog being snapped at by another dog while you are at, let’s say the dog park, you should really read this blog post. It is not meant…
Creating a Resource Guarding Issue « Wilde About Dogs
I love this article! Please read and head the message… Taking things away from a dog just to prove you can teach nothing and this article nails this misconception!!! Creating a Resource Guarding Issue « Wilde About Dogs
