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June 2, 2010

Dog Behavior Problems: Do They Result From Dogs or Dog Owners?

Me and my certified professional dog trainer mom receive calls daily about dog behavior “problems.” Things like jumping up on people, chewing on things, peeing on the rug, barking at all sorts of things (a favorite activity of yours…

May 31, 2010

Shelter Dog Bowling Fundraiser for Canine Adoption and Rescue League Scores a 300

The Pins for Pooches Bowling Fundraiser held on May 23rd at Ventura Bowling Center was a success and all-around fun-filled event! Everyone came out to support the Canine Adoption and Rescue League‘s new shelter dog volunteer behavior and training…

May 15, 2010

Shelter Dog Training Programs Increase Adoptability While Decreasing Relinquishment

I’m so excited! Today is the day we begin the brand new behavior and training program at our local non-profit dog rescue Canine Adoption and Rescue League. By teaching the dogs good manners (aka: dog obedience), like greeting politely,…

May 6, 2010

Inquisitive Canine: Finding Good Match When Adopting ‘Playmate’

Dear Poncho: I am a 4½-year-old Great Dane male (intact). My human wants to rescue another Great Dane for me to have as something called a “playmate.” I must confess that other large dogs annoy me and I just…

April 4, 2010

Tips for Adopting Companion Dog for Resident Dog

A graduate of one of my Loose Leash Walking dog training classes emailed me on behalf of a friend of hers asking what are some tips regarding adopting a second dog into the household. As a certified professional dog…

April 2, 2010

Video Games Get Dog Riled Up

Hey, Poncho! My dog is a wire-haired dachshund mix, so this behavior is perplexing. Whenever we play the Wii, he goes after the person with the Wii remote. My vet says it sounds like herding behavior. He’s not aggressive;…

March 29, 2010

Dog Training Game Video Shows Positive Training Solutions!

Woohooo! Our Out of the Box Dog Training Game informational video is now up and live! Check out our game page here on the IC site – You can also see the video on YouTube – it’s listed under…

March 19, 2010

Dogs Attacking Make News but What About Dogs Who Behave Well?

Saw this question posted from a reporter. Of course I had to add my two cents… “There has been a spate of pit bull attacks and mauling’s of children in metro Atlanta. What can dog owners do for ALL…

March 18, 2010

High-Energy Puppy Is High Maintenance

Dear inquisitive readers: While mom and I are busy moving our local dog-training classes to a new location and getting ready to launch our newly added services — including online virtual dog training — we didn’t want to leave…

March 11, 2010

Springing Forward Into Fun Dog Events!

Hello to all of my fellow inquisitive canines and inquisitive guardians. My mom the certified professional dog trainer and human-canine relationship coach and I have been so busy with lots of exciting changes here at the office that I’ve…