In episode 36, I interview Shelly Christensen from Paws Custom Pet Foods. We talk about pitfalls and tips about common dry dog foods, making your dog’s own food and some of the challenges with a raw food diet. In this session: Is regular dry dog food good for my [...]
Anyone who owns a dog or has owned a dog in the past most likely knows that dogs have feelings and emotions, and lots of them! In the past, researchers and scientists have argued that dogs really only react to certain situations; they don’t actually have emotions like humans do. Descartes and Malebranche, well known 17th-century [...]
Is your dog difficult to brush? Does she fight to get away as soon as you start running a comb through her hair? For many dog owners, grooming time can be a nightmare. Maybe you’ve given up and just decided to let your dog’s hair do what it will. Our advice? Don't give up! There are [...]
In episode 35, I interview Master Dog Training Instructor, Ron Pace about his training methods, some common dog problems and solutions and his book, WHO’S THE BOSS In this session: Hear about how and why Ron Pace turns the dog training approach upside down and spends 10 lessons teaching [...]
Whether you live close to others, like in an apartment, or you just want to find a dog that doesn’t bark incessantly, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a compilation of over 10 of the quietest dog breeds. Whippet These dogs love to hunt. They’re independent and fast but also very gentle and friendly, [...]
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 [...]