All too often I hear “my dog is aggressive”. Although this is a subjective term, I do take this matter of dog aggression seriously. As a professional certified dog trainer I feel it’s important to not only be able…
I LOVE my “job”! Being a certified professional dog trainer has so many rewarding elements. I get to: Work with dogs Work with dog guardians Help the human-canine relationship through better bonding. Help problems be resolved through fun and…
My friend Carni moved onto that big fluffy dog bed in the sky yesterday. She was 17 years old, but it was still very difficult for all of us to say goodbye to her – Especially her mom and…
I often say to my dog training class students and private dog training clients there is more than one way to train a dog. It’s nice to have choices. As a certified professional dog trainer, and one whose techniques…
I’m off to a trade show in Las Vegas today, but I first had to share my latest press release. I’ve been blogging about my new interactive dog training game and how it’s great for dogs of all ages…
Joan: I have a quick question for you. My dog is always chewing on her feet. I’ve heard it’s allergies to grass. Is that true? Also, is there something I can do to make her feel better? — Emily…
I need to have an inquisitive canine moment, hope you all don’t mind: Why is it humans expect us pooches to know how to walk well on leash if we’ve never done it before? And why would you expect…
“My dog pulls like a maniac when I walk him on leash!” “My dog barks at everything when we’re out walking.” “My dog wants to pull me down the street whenever she sees something run by – even a…
Mom and I have received an interesting question through our dog behavior advice column about a dog that licks her paws. Although this question was addressed to my mom, who happens to be certified professional dog trainer, she and…
When it comes to getting our dogs to change their behavior, sometimes it’s best to change our own behavior first. As a certified professional dog trainer, and loving dog mom to Poncho the dog, one element of communication that…