Let’s Talk: Do You Use Retractable Leashes, or Do You Think They’re Completely Lame and Dangerous?
Updated Blog: Let’s Talk About Retractable Leashes Updated for Kansas City & Shawnee Dog Owners Great article — and an even better question. Retractable leashes are one of those dog training topics that instantly split people into camps. Some dog owners love them. Others…
Do Dogs Love People More Than They Love Other Dogs?
Updated Blog: Do Dogs Love People More Than They Love Other Dogs? Updated for Kansas City & Shawnee Dog Owners This is one of those questions that comes up all the time in training conversations: Does my dog love me more than other dogs?…
You did WHAT to your Dog? Dog behavior specialist in KC
Updated for Kansas City Dog Owners Dog training advice is everywhere — but every once in a while, an article cuts through the noise and forces us to slow down, reflect, and truly listen to our dogs. This is one of those pieces….
Thinking About a Puppy for the Holidays? What Most Families Don’t Consider
Updated for Kansas City Dog Owners This article was originally written years ago when I was collecting ideas and resources from trainers and writers around the country. Since then, I’ve worked hands-on with hundreds of dogs and families throughout the Kansas City metro area, and…
Why Modern Science Is Forcing Dog Training to Evolve
This article was originally written years ago when I was collecting ideas and resources from trainers and researchers around the country. Since then, I’ve worked hands-on with hundreds of dogs and families throughout the Kansas City metro area, and my training philosophy has continued to…
How Dogs Really Learn — Why Mental Exercise Matters as Much as Physical Exercise
This article was originally written years ago when I was collecting ideas and resources from trainers around the country. Since then, I’ve worked hands-on with hundreds of dogs and families throughout the Kansas City metro area, and my training philosophy has evolved into a clear,…
Why Dog Owners Misread Their Dogs — And How to Fix It
This article was originally written years ago when I was collecting ideas and resources from trainers around the country. Since then, I’ve worked hands-on with hundreds of dogs and families throughout the Kansas City metro area, and my training philosophy has evolved into a clear,…
