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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 was an unwavering need to…

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 media, you will quickly realize…

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 going, you will  be swamped…

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 way of socializing with a…

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 and hyped up adrenaline. 24…

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? If the dog has a…

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 take him everywhere, such a…

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 and respect between the two…