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# A Dog's Life with Lia

Holistic Canine & Human Education

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## Posts

- [Blog](http://dogswithlia.com/blog/)
- [A Widely Used Yet Misunderstood Tool](http://dogswithlia.com/dog-leash-slip-leash-training-guide/) - Why the dog leash is the most important training tools. Learn how a slip leash improves communication, reduces pulling, and supports better leash training.
- [E-Collar and the Power of Intention](http://dogswithlia.com/e-collar-and-the-power-of-intention/) - Learn how intention shapes successful dog training and why tools like e-collar should always support communication, trust, and understanding.
- [Animal Before Breed](http://dogswithlia.com/animal-before-breed/) - Learn why resource guarding in dogs happens, why any dog can develop it, and how proper guidance can transform unwanted behaviour.
- [Why Is Crate Training A Great Idea?](http://dogswithlia.com/why-is-crate-training-a-great-idea/) - Learn why crate training helps dogs feel safe, calm, and secure while reducing separation anxiety and preparing them for travel, vet visits, and daily life.
- [How to Choose an Emotional Support Dog and How Long the Training Lasts](http://dogswithlia.com/emotional-support-dog-how-to-choose-and-train/) - Not every dog is suited to emotional support. See what traits matter and how long it takes to train a dependable companion.
- [You Get What You Pet](http://dogswithlia.com/you-get-what-you-pet/) - Petting your dog feels natural, but timing matters. Learn how affection can reinforce behaviour, and how to guide your dog into calm, balanced energy instead.
- [3 Things to Think About When Getting A Big Dog](http://dogswithlia.com/getting-a-big-dog-things-to-consider/) - Thinking about getting a big dog? Learn the real responsibilities, costs, and lifestyle challenges before making your decision.
- [Why is Your Dog Not Listening to You?](http://dogswithlia.com/why-is-your-dog-not-listening-to-you/) - Wondering why your dog ignores you? Learn why dogs miss commands and how using scent instead of sound can help your dog pay attention.
- [What Differentiates Conditioning from Connecting in Dog Training?](http://dogswithlia.com/what-differentiates-conditioning-from-connecting-in-dog-training/) - Is your dog perfect with the trainer but different at home? The real gap may not be obedience—but connection. Here’s what most training misses.
- [How do dogs perceive kisses and affection?](http://dogswithlia.com/how-do-dogs-perceive-kisses-and-affection/) - Do dogs like kisses and hugs? Their response depends on trust, body language, and how you approach them. Not all dogs experience it as love.
- [Leash Reactivity - How to Cope And Address It?](http://dogswithlia.com/leash-reactivity-in-dogs/) - Leash reactivity in dogs can make walks stressful. Learn why dogs react on leash and how rebuilding trust helps create calmer, more connected walks.
- [What Does It Mean to Advocate for Your Dog?](http://dogswithlia.com/advocate-for-your-dog/) - Dog advocacy is about respecting boundaries and wellbeing. Discover why not everyone should pet your dog and how to stand up for them.
- [Pure Bred Dogs and The State of The Union](http://dogswithlia.com/pure-bred-dogs-and-the-state-of-the-union/) - Purebred dogs don’t always mean healthy dogs. Learn the risks of poor breeding and what to consider before buying a purebred puppy.
- [Gunther’s Story](http://dogswithlia.com/gunthers-story/) - Recently I had the absolute pleasure of getting reacquainted with a client that I hadn’t seen for almost a decade. I first met her when we worked with her over protective Doberman, named Zor. A dog that wouldn’t allow anyone near her. She is one tough lady with a heart of gold. She has three
- [Bonded Pairs](http://dogswithlia.com/bonded-pairs/) - Recently I had the pleasure of hosting Duke and Daisy; a brother/sister from the same littler, adopted together at the tail end of Covid. Duke and Daisy have been together since the day they were born, adopted by the gentlest of souls with the best of intentions. My client, we will name her Claire, said
- [Are you ready for a second dog?](http://dogswithlia.com/are-you-ready-for-a-second-dog/) - Recently I was speaking with an acquaintance who was telling me how much of a handful her toddler was. Mom is unable to do anything without her baby girl interrupting or causing chaos. She vented saying: “I can’t even get my nails done. She won’t stop, ever! My son was so much easier, I could
- [Why should dogs work for food?](http://dogswithlia.com/why-should-dogs-work-for-food/) - It has been reported that around 56% of dogs in the US are considered obese. Think about that for a second, over half of the dog population in this country is overweight. If you walk into a Petco or Petsmart nowadays, you feel like you are in a high end supermarket, with rows and rows
- [Choose peace. Choose joy.](http://dogswithlia.com/choose-peace-choose-joy/) - It has been a long summer. When one works outside (with animals or otherwise) seasons matter. Summers are intense. It is the season of endless daylight, high temperatures and a lot of sweating. With that comes the learning and the growing, the sharpening of one’s skills, the pain, the sweat and the tears. Summer was
- [Decoding dog communication tools](http://dogswithlia.com/decoding-dog-communication-tools/) - Part 1 If you search the internet for the best tools or equipment to use for teaching dogs you will be quickly overwhelmed. Initially by the sheer number of different recommendations of the “right” tools to use, then by the amount of dissonant information being given and then, if you are strong enough to keep
- [Dog Parks: Yay or Nay?](http://dogswithlia.com/dog-parks-yay-or-nay/) - As long as I can remember I have been a dog lover. In my humble opinion, dogs are as close as nature will ever get to creating a perfect being. Dogs are fun, funny, loving, fierce, resilient, intelligent, loyal… I could go on for days, but one gets the point. I also happen to absolutely
- [Surrender... specially when it's hard](http://dogswithlia.com/surrender-specially-when-its-hard/) - For the past couples of months I have had a collection of dogs (specifically Golden Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers) that were really, really interesting. Not because of the reasons one might initially think. In this particular group, only one dog had a bite history and the majority are pups. What I experienced with these dogs
- [Decoding dog communication tools - Part 2](http://dogswithlia.com/decoding-dog-communication-tools-part-2/) - Part 2 If you haven’t yet read part one, that is where I talk about the use of other tools and what I prioritize when teaching. Maybe starting there would give better perspective, click here for the part one. Here is part two. Food: If you ever watched any videos that I post on social
- [Everything you need to know about socialization](http://dogswithlia.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-socialization/) - One of the best things that have happened recently is the increase in parents of young pups bringing them in for the Puppy Preschool Program. This 4 week course is specially designed for puppies up to seven months old. In it, puppies learn rules and boundaries, some commands, but most importantly they learn a healthy
- [When Excitement Equals Reactivity](http://dogswithlia.com/when-excitement-equals-reactivity/) - When talking about reactive dogs it helps to understand that we are essentially dealing with an animal that is existing at high level of excitement in an environment where there is no trust (or respect). Correlating that to humans it would be equal to us living in a perpetual rock concert: high energy, explosive actions
- [Dogs & Babies](http://dogswithlia.com/dogs-babies/) - One of the biggest concerns that clients have when we first speak is the arrival of a human baby in the household. How will their dog react? What steps should be taken in order for the dog to accept the new comer to the house? How to integrate the pack without unsettling the status quo?
- [Walking your dog](http://dogswithlia.com/walking-your-dog/) - Birds fly, whales swim, bears hibernate, canines walk. One of the most fundamental characteristics of all canines is that they travel long distances together. With dogs, walking is almost essential to their well being. Dogs form packs through walks. Hence why mastering the walk with your dog is so crucial. A walk is where trust
- [Training and Touch](http://dogswithlia.com/training-and-touch/) - According to the National Library of Medicine one of the most fundamental experiences that connects all mammals is touch or, to be more precise, skin to skin contact. It goes on to say that “for most mammals, touch is the first sense to develop. They must feel vibrations on the surface of their skin to
- [Muzzle Conditioning](http://dogswithlia.com/muzzle-conditioning/) - Many people do not know this, but I am one of the only trainers that works in K9 Rehab - that means I work with dogs with a bite history. I believe the reason that most trainers do not work with dogs like that is because of the intensity that comes from dealing with dogs
- [Curing dog separation anxiety quickly](http://dogswithlia.com/curing-dog-separation-anxiety-quickly/) - It is truly a wonder how many clients come to me stating their dog has major separation anxiety. I could write an entire book about the cases where clients have come to me and said their dog’s can never, ever be left alone. One client once told me that a trainer expressed that her dog
- [Dog Training…  and everything you always wanted to know about how find to the best trainer near you.](http://dogswithlia.com/dog-training-near-me/) - If you stumbled about this blog, it means that you are a dog person, are soon to be a dog person or have some curiosity about what it means to have a dog. I often say that nowadays, when it comes to finding a good dog professional, it is the wild west out there. Most
- [Effective Dog Training Techniques for Busy Schedules](http://dogswithlia.com/effective-dog-training-techniques-for-busy-schedules/) - Recently a friend came to visit me with her two dogs. She is an extremely successful person with a very hectic schedule. Her biggest concern was that one of her dogs was starting to “over react” when meeting other dogs. Her dog became tense while trying to control the other dogs. She didn’t understand why
- [How to Choose the Right Dog Trainer for Your Needs](http://dogswithlia.com/how-to-choose-the-right-dog-trainer-for-your-needs/) - As of 2022, 44.5% of U.S. households own dogs. That is a 6% point increase from just seven years prior. Therefore it should come as no surprise that the increase of dog trainers in the same period would be somewhat the same. I say it all the time, it is the wild west out there.
- [How Long until a Dog is fully Trained?](http://dogswithlia.com/how-long-until-a-dog-is-fully-trained/) - Sometimes the easiest way to answer a question is by asking a question back. how long until a human is fully trained? Or to put the same question a different way: how long do we give an athlete, a scientist, a musician to be fully trained? We often forget that dogs are incredibly complex beings
- [Monitoring and Supervising Your Puppy's Potty Habits](http://dogswithlia.com/monitoring-and-supervising-your-puppys-potty-habits/) - Hi there, just thought about doing a quick blog to once again remind anyone that has decided to get a puppy, that has just gotten a new puppy or is thinking about getting that absolutely gorgeous little puppy that was on your social media feed: you will need to potty train your pup. As a
- [Why has my dog’s behavior suddenly changed?](http://dogswithlia.com/why-has-my-dogs-behavior-suddenly-changed/) - One of the most beautiful things about raising a dog is experiencing the growth both physical and psychological that they go through. We can all agree that (for most dogs at least) the puppy behaviors change rather quickly and sometimes your dog’s behavior will be stable for months and then all of a sudden changes
- [How to Calm a Scared Dog](http://dogswithlia.com/how-to-calm-a-scared-dog/) - Human beings are social creatures and have found a way to understand each other’s body language in the most subtle ways. It is said that 80% of human communication is non verbal. So we can detect and understand a fearful position anywhere. Dogs can do the same thing. However that is where the closest parallels
- [The Importance of People Skills in Dog Training](http://dogswithlia.com/the-importance-of-people-skills-in-dog-training/) - Have you decided that dog training is the profession for you? You have seen all the videos, practiced with your own dogs at home. Did workshops, volunteered… in short did your homework. You have found that your connection with dogs is absolutely unique, unparalleled. Dogs just get you and you get them. So you are
- [Why do dogs lick you?](http://dogswithlia.com/why-do-dogs-lick-you/) - One of the things I am most proud of in my life is my ability to speak dog. To be clear, there are many trainers that say they speak dog, but most of them use the term to mean that they can teach a dog commands in a quick and easy way. I cringe at
- [The Four States of Mind - Part 2](http://dogswithlia.com/the-four-states-of-mind-part-2/) - Imagine you are at your favorite cafe, enjoying a sip of your most beloved beverage, the sun is shining and all is well in the world. You are relaxed and simply present with all that life has to offer. From the corner of your eye you spot Becky walking in. Becky, the one person that
- [The 4 States Of Mind Part 1](http://dogswithlia.com/the-4-states-of-mind-part-1/) - Fight and Flight State of the Mind One of the most fundamental ways that a dog lover can become relevant to a dog is with the comprehension of the four state of minds. The understanding that a dog can only have four responses to stimuli is the foundation of being able to communicate effectively with
- [Dogs and Time](http://dogswithlia.com/dogs-and-time/) - A friend and her dog came to stay with me recently. Her dog’s name is Doodle, she is 14 years old. When my friend spoke to me about Doodle, it was almost always in downcast way: “She’s done. These are her last days. I just want to spend as much time as I can with
- [How to make training last](http://dogswithlia.com/how-to-make-training-last/) - Often times when people bring a dog to training, they expect immediate results. A common refrain is, “wow, 3 weeks of board and train is a very long time”. Can my dog learn how to open doors, sit on command, stop chewing on everything, lunging at people, peeing in the house, jumping on guests, walk
- [Punishing x teaching](http://dogswithlia.com/punishing-x-teaching/) - A theme that comes up a lot when clients start learning about how to better communicate with their dogs is: “I don't want to punish my dog for doing something wrong”. My answer to that is “don’t punish your dog. Instead teach them pathways to behaviors that you do agree with.” In the human world,
- [Training your dog is loving your dog](http://dogswithlia.com/training-your-dog-is-loving-your-dog/) - Training for anything takes time. Training anyone takes time. The art of mastering anything, be it a great dish that one loves to make, be it learning an instrument or creating a work of art, it always, always takes time. To achieve a Masters degree in academia it takes a minimum of 18 months, and
- [Exercise, Discipline and Affection](http://dogswithlia.com/exercise-discipline-and-affection/) - A new client recently told me she has a really hard time with the word discipline. She can’t help it, she equates it with meanness and does not know how to change that. I told her that she could change the wording to coaching, directing, guidance… that gave her pause. She told me she never
- [How to Potty Train a Puppy Successfully](http://dogswithlia.com/how-to-potty-train-a-puppy-successfully/) - In a world where dog ownership has become ubiquitous, it is somewhat confusing to me how many people get a puppy without thinking about what it will take to potty train them.
- [Prong Collars, Muzzles, and Other Tools for Aggression](http://dogswithlia.com/prong-collars-muzzles-and-other-tools-for-aggression/) - Scrolling around social media recently, I saw a video of a trainer yelling at a human whose dog was off leash that the dog he was working with was not friendly. He yelled ‘not friendly’ four or five times while the woman’s dog kept approaching his dog. The off-leash dog was curious about the ‘not
- [Frankie’s Story](http://dogswithlia.com/frankies-story/) - It is somewhat rare for a dog to surprise me. Since I have been doing this for a long time, I often think that I have seen it all. But to meet Frankie is to understand resilience. A dog that was, in all probability, taken way too early from his mother. Separated from his pack
- [Medicated dogs… yes or no?](http://dogswithlia.com/medicated-dogs-yes-or-no/) - Explore the debate surrounding medicated dogs. Learn why behavioral medication for canines raises questions about our approach to anxiety treatment.
- [From Dog Lover to Dog Trainer: Your Journey and Steps to Take](http://dogswithlia.com/from-dog-lover-to-dog-trainer-your-journey-and-steps-to-take/) - Recently I was asked how I became a dog trainer; actually the question was “how did you come to know dog psychology so well?” The question resonated with me because I had to think back to a time when I never thought about “dog training” as a profession. I was headed in a completely different
- [Dog Psychology x Dog Training - Part 3](http://dogswithlia.com/dog-psychology-x-dog-training-part-3/) - Recently I have had two different dogs from two different households come for training. Both of these dogs and their owners had been to different trainers. In one case, two trainers. Both of these dogs need rehab since they are unable to coexist with other animals or be calm around the owners. Unfortunately the similarities
- [Mental Exercises for Dogs: Enhance Your Pet's Life with Engaging Activities](http://dogswithlia.com/mental-exercises-for-dogs-enhance-your-pets-life-with-engaging-activities/) - Discover Mental Exercises for Dogs. Enrich your pet's life with engaging activities that deepen your bond and fulfill needs.
- [What to do when your dog bites you?](http://dogswithlia.com/what-to-do-when-your-dog-bites-you/) - As of 2023 65.1 million U.S. households own a dog. That is a jump of almost 20% since 2016. It is safe to assume, that with that amount of dogs being owned, bites will happen. Much like owning and riding a horse does not preclude one from getting bucked off (in fact, some would argue
- [Dog Nation](http://dogswithlia.com/dog-nation/) - In the dog training world we see it everyday, people coming in and asking for behaviorists to “fix” their dog. Misbehavior is, by far, the most common reason people seek training. If does feel like the dogs have gone wild in these past few years. But then, ask yourself, if dogs imitate behavior and learn
- [Difference between aggression and prey drive](http://dogswithlia.com/difference-between-aggression-and-prey-drive/) - I’ve recently been asked a question about the difference between aggression and high prey drive. Many dog people hear the term prey drive and immediately think of their dogs chasing squirrels or being unable to contain themselves when they see anything fluffy running. When aggression is mentioned their thoughts usually go to dog fights or
- [Why is eye contact in dog training important?](http://dogswithlia.com/why-is-eye-contact-in-dog-training-important/) - One of the least mentioned aspects in the training world is the power of straight eye contact when working with dogs. Trainers talk about the power of a yes command, or place command, when and how to give treats or leash work. However, when it comes to eye contact there is very little said. Eye
- [The what, the why, the how of the dog training](http://dogswithlia.com/the-what-the-why-the-how-of-the-dog-training/) - The question about dogs… What is it, that attracts so many people to this amazing creature? Sure they are cute, fluffy, bouncy at times, utterly clumsy on others. They can bring so much joy to our lives without even realizing it. But they also live for over a decade, are over dependent on us to
- [Dogs do Speak but only to those who know how to listen](http://dogswithlia.com/dogs-do-speak-but-only-to-those-who-know-how-to-listen/) - I recently read an article talking about how scientists are conducting research to understand just how dogs interpret these “talk buttons” that are all the rave on social media. If you are not familiar with talk buttons or tiles, they are these small contraptions that will say a word (hungry, walk, happy, etc. ) when
- [Dogs and Stages of Development](http://dogswithlia.com/dogs-and-stages-of-development/) - It should come as no surprise to most people that dogs change throughout the years. I think we can all agree that a puppy’s actions and reactions are different from a mature dog’s. In their development, young pups changes are much more pronounced than in a mature dog turning into a senior dog. I also
- [Top 3 breeds not recommended for first time owners](http://dogswithlia.com/top-3-breeds-not-recommended-for-first-time-owners/) - Since social media has been awash lately with these lists, I decided to throw my hat in the discussion. I get it, we all have that special breed that just tucks at our hearts strings. For me, the great pyrenees is that dog. I almost had my wish fulfilled when one of my clients talked
- [How do we stop the excessive dog barking?](http://dogswithlia.com/how-do-we-stop-the-excessive-dog-barking/) - A friend of mine told me that her neighbors called Animal Control because her dogs always bark when she is not home. When I asked her if she needed help with them, she said “no, they are just speaking their mind”, the neighbor just doesn’t understand that. My next door neighbor has three small dogs
- [How to choose between Board & Train and Private Training dog sessions?](http://dogswithlia.com/how-to-choose-between-board-train-and-private-training-dog-sessions/) - Charles Dickens wasn’t talking about dog ownership or training when he wrote this, but he surely describes what we are experiencing right now, in this post pandemic state of the union, in our relationship with our canine companions.
- [Biggest challenges you will face as a dog owner](http://dogswithlia.com/biggest-challenges-you-will-face-as-a-dog-owner/) - These are amazing times to be a dog owner. Dog parks are everywhere, dog schools and day care centers have become ubiquitous, there are almost more dog feeding options than human ones. The pet industry has become an enormous conglomerate of choices, possibilities and new opportunities. However, with the the amount of information and choices,
- [Dog Psychology, What?](http://dogswithlia.com/dog-psychology-what-part-2/) - Part 2 And we are back… Hi there, it’s been a while. Like many, I experienced a few bumps during the past few months. I truly believe that getting back to a rhythm “post pandemic” has been a struggle for a lot of us. My journey “back to normal” has been bumpy. There was a
- [Which dog breed would fit best with your lifestyle?](http://dogswithlia.com/which-dog-breed-would-fit-best-with-your-lifestyle/) - A little over a year and half ago, Kovu, the Belgian Mallinois came into my life. He was about a year old. His owners had become afraid of him.
- [Is it a good idea to get your dog a dog?](http://dogswithlia.com/is-it-a-good-idea-to-get-your-dog-a-dog/) - As dog trainers we hear it a lot: ‘my dog is lonely, I’ll get another one to keep it company’, or ‘my dog has separation anxiety, another dog will help with that’ and even ‘my dog doesn’t like other dogs, getting another dog will help fix that.’
- [How to Cope with Separation Anxiety?](http://dogswithlia.com/how-to-cope-with-separation-anxiety/) - Every morning when I wake up, I let the dogs out and make myself a coffee. It’s a habit. My dogs know it very well. After all, I have been doing the same thing since forever.
- [Is your dog leash reactive?](http://dogswithlia.com/is-your-dog-leash-reactive/) - Proactive: “creating or controlling a situation by causing something to happen rather than responding to it after it has happened.” Reactive: “acting in response to a situation rather than creating or controlling it.”
- [3 Commands Every Dog Owner Should Know](http://dogswithlia.com/3-commands-every-dog-owner-should-know/) - You are finally ready, you have decided, planned, prepared and you are now pulling the trigger on getting yourself a dog. You have read books, you have seen videos, but are a little confused on what exactly to focus on. How and what to start teaching your new furry companion is something that different trainers
- [Five Lessons I Learned from Dogs](http://dogswithlia.com/five-lessons-i-learned-from-dogs/) - In my experience when people ponder dog training, they often think about everything they want to teach their dog in order to make coexisting more enjoyable. Seldom do people realize that dogs can teach us a thing or two about life. I often say that while humans speak in prose, dogs speak in poetry. Their
- [The Secret to Successful Dog Training](http://dogswithlia.com/the-secret-to-successful-dog-training/) - I can’t exactly remember at what age I started going to ballet classes. I know I was young, maybe 5 or 6, and like many girls, I was obsessed with ballerinas; the grace, the tutus, the pink shoes! By the time I was 14, the maxim “don't practice until you get it right, practice until
- [Are You Ready to be a Dog Owner?](http://dogswithlia.com/are-you-ready-to-be-a-dog-owner/) - A few months ago a friend of mine was telling me about this dog that was up for adoption. She had been following this rescue organization online and fallen in love with this little black, fluffy dog.
- [Dog Psychology, What?](http://dogswithlia.com/dog-psychology-what/) - One of the hardest things now a days is deciding or choosing a professional to work with you and your dog. The pet industry has become big business and it is only expected to grow.
- [Perspective](http://dogswithlia.com/perspective/) - Welcome back, as always thank you for taking the time to be here. This week we will talk about perspective. One of the definitions of perspective is "a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something”.
- [Question for all the dog people out there](http://dogswithlia.com/taking-your-dog-out-on-the-first-date/) - Do you have a dog that was trained with treats and came out perfectly at end? Great and congrats. You and your dog are rockstars 🌟🌟. Do you have a dog that requires you to put a muzzle on them?
- [Secrets to a Better Life With Your Dog](http://dogswithlia.com/secrets-to-a-better-life-with-your-dog/) - So delighted to have you here. My name is Lia Marques and I would like to introduce myself... I am Brazilian - American. Yes, both nationalities.
- [Working with dogs in balance](http://dogswithlia.com/working-with-dogs-in-balance/) - Like many, one of the hardest things for me is to practice is balance. I constantly find myself doing too much or berating myself for doing too little. The doing too much, I’m sure is completely relatable. Since I love what I do, I want to keep doing it. Be it the prison program, be
- [When is the best time to start training your dog?](http://dogswithlia.com/when-is-the-best-time-to-start-training-your-dog/) - You did it. After deliberating for a while, doing your research and acquiring all the supplies needed, you got a dog. Maybe it is a puppy that you researched online for, or a rescue dog that stole your heart. But now they are home. You are over the moon with excitement and just want to
- [How do rescued dog rescue people?](http://dogswithlia.com/how-do-rescued-dog-rescue-people/) - We are back! After two years, false starts, and a lot of hard work, we were able to restart Pawsitive Change. It does indeed take a village for a program of this magnitude to move forward. Many don't realize that it takes the cooperation of a team of people, including the backing of a rescue

## Pages

- [Home of A Dog's Life with Lia](http://dogswithlia.com/) - Welcome to A Dog's Life with Lia. Whether you have a brand new puppy or a dog you’ve had for years, I am here to help. No situation is too big or too small.
- [Contacts](http://dogswithlia.com/contacts/) - Submit your Training Questionnaire To learn more about a suitable training program for your dog and get rates, please submit TRAINING QUESTIONNAIRE. Training Questionnaire Follow us on Social Media
- [My Ebook - Fundamentals of Balanced Human-Dog Relationship](http://dogswithlia.com/human-dog-relationship-ebook/)
- [Home-draft](http://dogswithlia.com/home-draft/) - A Dog's Life with Lia Training your dog is loving your dog Book an appointment A Dog's Life with Lia It’s time to unleash your dog’s full potential! Book an appointment A Dog's Life with Lia Holistic Canine & Human Education Book an appointment Puppy Preschool Program for Dog Owners Board and Train Program for
- [About](http://dogswithlia.com/about/) - Founder and owner Lia Marques is a Certified Dog Trainer that specializes in Dog Behavior and Dog Psychology. In 2013 Lia was hired as a senior dog trainer at Cesar Millan’s Dog Psychology Center.
- [Blogs](http://dogswithlia.com/blogs/)
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- [F.A.Q.](http://dogswithlia.com/f-a-q/) - F.A.Q. Where are you located? We are in Santa Clarita, CA but cover the Los Angeles metro area as well as Bakersfield and Orange County. Do you work with aggressive dogs? We believe aggression is the outcome of a problem, not the problem itself. We work with dogs in a holistic way, therefore aggression is
- [Programs](http://dogswithlia.com/programs/) - Program for Dog Owners: Board and Train, K9 Rehabilitation, Private Sessions. Program for Dog Professionals: Mentoring Programs, Workshops.
- [K9 Rehabilitation](http://dogswithlia.com/k9-rehabilitation/) - K9 Rehabilitation Not all dog training programs are created equally. At a Dog’s Life with Lia we do not work on the dog. We work with the dog and their guardians. K9 Rehab is the ultimate solution for dogs with severe behavior problems and their owners who think they are alone in this tense process
- [Board and Train Adult Program](http://dogswithlia.com/board-and-train-adult-program/) - Discover our Dog Board and Train program at A Dog's Life with Lia. Bridge the communication gap, teach behaviors, and foster balanced relationships. Learn more!
- [OUR FACILITY](http://dogswithlia.com/our-facility/) - Introducing our Exceptional Dog Training Programs Facility in Santa Claria, California. Our dog facility is the perfect destintion for your furry friend's board and train experience and we are providing the utmost care and training for your beloved canine companion.
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## Products

- [Fundamentals of Balanced Human - Dog Relationship](http://dogswithlia.com/product/fundamentals-of-balanced-human-dog-relationship/) - Are you feeling frustrated by your dog’s leash pulling, jumping on guests, or their endless excitement around food? This engaging booklet is your guide to fostering a calm, connected, and respectful bond with your furry best friend! Inside, you’ll find practical and gentle routines tailored for real-life challenges, from easing your dog's anxiety when alone
- [The 4 States of Mind](http://dogswithlia.com/product/four-states-of-mind/) - A guide by Lia Marques that explains the four states of mind in dogs to help owners better understand behavior and psychology.
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- [Board and Train Deposit](http://dogswithlia.com/product/btdeposit/)
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## Services

- [Social Club](http://dogswithlia.com/services/social-club/) - Welcome to Social Club, a place where like minded dogs gather to learn, decompress, brush up on skills and socialize. Think daycare meets finishing school.
- [Private Sessions](http://dogswithlia.com/services/private-sessions/) - Experience effective private dog training sessions. Address behavior issues and strengthen your bond with your dog. Call us to schedule a training session or meeting.
- [K9 Rehabilitation](http://dogswithlia.com/services/k9-rehabilitation/) - Our Dog Rehabilitation program at A Dog's Life with Lia helps dogs with extreme behavior problems. Achieve balance and reintroduce healthy behaviors during a 6-8 week stay. Learn more!
- [Board and Train](http://dogswithlia.com/services/board-and-train-adult-program/) - Achieve lasting behavior improvements with our Board and Train program at A Dog's Life with Lia. Expert trainer, three-week stay, and personalized training.
- [Professional Mentoring Programs](http://dogswithlia.com/services/professional-mentoring-programs/) - Enhance your dog training skills and knowledge with our immersive dog mentoring programs. Join us to learn from Lia. Contact us to start your journey today.
- [Puppy Preschool](http://dogswithlia.com/services/puppy-preschool/) - At A Dog’s Life with Lia we believe that loving your dog means setting them up for success.

## Team

- [Dr. Luke Carr](http://dogswithlia.com/team/dr-luke-carr/) - Dr. Carr graduated from the Veterinary Assistant course while working and have been here at DVC ever since.
- [Dr. Katie Stevens](http://dogswithlia.com/team/dr-katie-stevens/) - Dr. Stevens started working at the clinic in the summer of 2005. It was always her dream job as a kid.
- [Dr. Mary Gill](http://dogswithlia.com/team/dr-mary-gill/) - Dr. Gill graduated ECFVG at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary medicine Sciences.

## Testimonials

- [Niki Fleshner](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/niki-fleshner/) - Lia is absolutely amazing! We sent our sheepadoodle, Rufus, to her for 4 weeks, and the transformation is incredible. She focuses on training dogs for the long run, not just quick fixes, and we've already seen a huge difference in Rufus. He's much more respectful of boundaries and space, and it's clear he had a
- [Brenna Hardiman](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/brenna-hardiman/) - Absolutely love Lia!!! Our pup went shortly after we adopted her as she was extremely fearful- Lia instantly connected with her and had our pup more comfortable around dogs and new people than I had seen since we adopted her - it was really incredible to see the progress in just one session to meet.
- [Maddie Traver](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/maddie-traver/) - Lia has completely changed my relationship with my dogs. I understand them in a way I was never able to before. I told her that used to see my dogs in black and white but now I see them in color. There were so many things I missed but thanks to her background in dog
- [Melissa Andre](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/melissa/) - I started working with Lia when my puppy was four months old and I could hardly believe the change in behaviour of my puppy within a few weeks. She now has an understanding of what good behaviour is and Lia has given me the tools to continue her training at home.
- [Kumar Family](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/kumar-family/) - Just wanted to say thank you from bottom of my heart to save my dog life. We still do practice with him daily so he knows the rules. But he is trying his best in showing love to human now.
- [Lucy L.](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/lucy-l/) - My dog is blowing my mind with his responsiveness to everything we are working on, and Lia opened the pathway to make my communication with him possible.
- [Carol Mesa](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/carol-mesa/) - I couldn't ask for a better person to train my dog and also she help me be so knowledgeable of dogs, she's very responsive, and so helpful and goes into detail with sessions.
- [C. Alvarez](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/c-alvarez/) - Lia has completely changed my dog who was previously aggressive and showed me how to continue working with him. I know how to be a better dog owner for my dogs now.
- [Sarah Ko](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/sarah-ko/) - I want to thank you for caring, teaching and advocating for Cale as an owner should and more importantly, in the way Cale needs (...). I am just in awe of the transformation he has had in such a short time.
- [Linden Miller](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/linden-miller/) - It's truly a beautiful thing seeing the trust (between my dog and I) building again. I can especially see it in her eyes when she's in surrender in a place that's stressful to her. It actually made me tear up yesterday.
- [Ana Sanchez](http://dogswithlia.com/testimonials/ana-sanchez/) - Lia helped me with my first puppy, a very stubborn little puppy. She taught me how to properly walk my dog and how to make him pay attention to me. Any questions I had she was able to help me.

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## Testimonials Group

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