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What Does It Mean to Let Your Dog Be a Dog?
As humans In relationship with dogs we often think about our own needs rather than those of our canine companions. We want them to sit, we want them to be calm, we want them to not bark. We want them to snuggle when we want to snuggle, and to give us space when we need It. But dogs rely on us humans for everything from food, water, and shelter to where and when they can use the bathroom. One of the most important things we can do as pet parents is to learn to put our wants a
Training on a Budget
Training your new pup can feel overwhelming, especially if you're on a tight budget. But, proper training helps keep both dogs and humans safe and healthy, facilitates communication and bonding between dogs and their humans, and reduces the risk of dogs being relinquished to shelters. So, where do you turn if you can't afford the cost of a trainer? Luckily, there are plenty of affordable resources to help you. Online Training Courses Who says you need a fancy school to set y
Barking and Behavior: A Conversation with Kiki Yablon
What’s my dog trying to tell me? In this wide ranging, inspiring conversation I talk barking and behavior with certified professional dog trainer Kiki Yablon. In addition to holding a master of arts degree in applied behavioral science, Kiki is faculty at the renowned Karen Pryor Dog Training Academy. We chat about what barking is and some ways we can help minimize this sometimes undesirable behavior. This conversation has been edited for clarity; for more, listen to our full
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What Does It Mean to Let Your Dog Be a Dog?
As humans In relationship with dogs we often think about our own needs rather than those of our canine companions. We want them to sit, we want them to be calm, we want them to not bark. We want them to snuggle when we want to snuggle, and to give us space when we need It. But dogs rely on us humans for everything from food, water, and shelter to where and when they can use the bathroom. One of the most important things we can do as pet parents is to learn to put our wants a
I need to socialize my puppy, but they’re not fully vaccinated!
Do you have a new puppy? Have you heard that socialization is super-important? Do you keep reading articles that say you only have a short socialization window to work with? Sounds like you’d better act fast! But your veterinarian says you have to be super-careful where you take your puppy until they are fully vaccinated. Huh??!? What are you supposed to do?? The truth about socialization Puppy socialization is very important. Puppies are most open to new experiences when the
The Top 5 Skills to Teach Your Children Around Dogs
Have you read the statistics about how often children get bitten? It’s pretty scary! Worse yet, most children are bitten by owned dogs...
About Your Off Leash Dog
I love your dog. I love all dogs: big dogs, little dogs, goofy dogs, barky dogs, snuggly dogs, working dogs, good dogs, "bad" dogs, and soulful senior dogs. And as the human caretaker of a beloved rescue dog, I know the joy of watching your pup frolic freely. But when you walk your dog off leash in the city, it no longer is just about your dog. I'm out with my dog and my clients' dogs in Los Angeles every day, and more and more I'm noticing people walking their dogs off leash
Training on a Budget
Training your new pup can feel overwhelming, especially if you're on a tight budget. But, proper training helps keep both dogs and humans safe and healthy, facilitates communication and bonding between dogs and their humans, and reduces the risk of dogs being relinquished to shelters. So, where do you turn if you can't afford the cost of a trainer? Luckily, there are plenty of affordable resources to help you. Online Training Courses Who says you need a fancy school to set y
Barking and Behavior: A Conversation with Kiki Yablon
What’s my dog trying to tell me? In this wide ranging, inspiring conversation I talk barking and behavior with certified professional dog trainer Kiki Yablon. In addition to holding a master of arts degree in applied behavioral science, Kiki is faculty at the renowned Karen Pryor Dog Training Academy. We chat about what barking is and some ways we can help minimize this sometimes undesirable behavior. This conversation has been edited for clarity; for more, listen to our full
Help! My Dog Is Ruining My Love Life!
If your dog is interfering with your love life, you are not alone! I’ve had clients whose dogs literally get between them anytime they..
Podcast Episode: " Small Dog Syndrome" with Irith Bloom
Discover the truth behind "small dog syndrome" with esteemed professional dog trainer Irith Bloom . Irith joins me to debunk the myths...
Podcast Episode: Your Dog's Emotional Wellbeing: Conquering Separation Anxiety with Moira Heckenleitner
Unleash a deeper understanding of your furry friend's psyche as we navigate the misunderstood realm of canine separation anxiety with...
Podcast Episode: Unleashing Hope: The Transformative Power of Therapy Dogs
What if your dog has the potential to provide comfort and healing to those in need? In this episode I chat with Sherry Rohde, host of...
The Truth About Aggression in Dogs
When a dog lunges, growls or bites, pet parents often throw around a lot of terms to explain away their behavior. Their pup is...
Podcast Episode: What We Can Learn From Streeties with Sindhoor Pangal
Sindhoor is a canine behaviour consultant, a canine myotherapist and an engineer by qualification. She is a TEDx speaker and the author...
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