In episode 34, I give new dog trainers some homework to make the transition from “dog trainer” to "people trainer”. Also, I give dog owners some tips on what to look for when considering a trainer. In this session: What are the two psychological hurdles that all dog trainers [...]
We've all experienced the difficulties of trying to get the pefect shot of our dogs. It's not always easy! Does your dog seem to look straight at you right up until you pull out your camera or phone and then look away? Maybe you simply can't get your dog to hold still long enough to [...]
In episode 33, I address a question from a dog trainer about clients that have disagreements about the rules a dog should follow in their household. Also, I talk a little bit about the training philosophy of Cesar Millan. In this session: Should family members all be on the [...]
Autumn is officially here! Along with all the fun—Halloween, candy, pumpkin patches, and hot apple cider—also comes several threats to our dogs. Here are several potential hazards to watch for and things to keep in mind this autumn. Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe this Fall 1. Keep your dog warm. If your dog [...]
In episode 32, I answer a listener's question about the best chew toys for puppies, and in our training section today, I talk about the next step in getting an older, larger puppy to stop jumping up on kids (and other people too) In this session: What are the [...]
Have you ever noticed that some owners look like their dogs? Other dogs tend to share some of the same personality traits as their owners. It’s just a coincidence, though, right? Maybe not… Familiarity According to a study done by Dr. Stanley Coren, contributing author for Psychology Today, people favor things that are familiar to [...]
In episode 31, I answer a question from a listener about how to prevent your puppy from guarding their resources inappropriately. And, I answer a question about a middle aged dog forgetting their training. In this session: What should we do to teach puppies to share their stuff better? [...]
Have you heard of people owning wolves or wolfdogs as pets? Maybe you've even considered getting one yourself. Owning a wolf may sound like an adventure, but do wolves really make good pets? Before you run off in search of a wolf pup, it’s very important to know ahead of time what you’re getting yourself [...]
In episode 30, I answer a question from a listener about how to prevent your dog from escaping from your backyard. And, I answer a question about how to prevent kitchen counter scavenging. Also, I tell you about a really cool dog story about some lost dogs that were found a week after they went [...]
Have you ever heard someone say, “if your dog’s nose is dry, that means he's sick or unhealthy”? Many people believe this to be true, but is it? Today we’re going to dig into what the experts have to say on this subject. Why do dogs typically have wet noses? Dogs have moist noses [...]