Recommendations for Training a New Pet
5 Recommendations For Training a New Pet 5 Recommendations For Training Your New Dog Starting off your relationship correctly can make all the difference in the satisfaction both of you have going forward. It shouldn't be rushed or forced as it sets the tone for all future interactions.Patience is Key:You are building a [...]
Providing Enrichment to Improve the Mental Health of Dogs
Acta Scientific Veterinary Sciences Article published May 19, 2022 Click here to read the article on Acta Scientific International Open Library
Filling Your Pet’s Emotional Bank Account
Filling your pet's emotional bank account (what is it and how to use it) The Gottman Institute states the following: The Emotional Bank Account in Human Terms Essentially, when you turn toward your partner’s bids for connection, you are making a deposit in your Emotional Bank Account (EBA). And when you turn [...]
Preparing Your Dog For A New Baby
How do I prepare my dog for a new baby? Preparing your dog for your baby may vary slightly as each dog is different but there are steps you should take with all dogs. Start about a month before the anticipated birth. Before Baby Comes: Your dog may be wondering what all [...]
Traditional vs Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Can you trust the advice your trainer's giving you? Sadly, I often hear of trainers giving advice that appears made up, with no real theoretical or scientific basis. In most places, becoming a dog trainer requires no formal training or education. Therefore, uneducated trainers dispense a lot of misinformation. This is sad [...]