Pet dog training and behavior modification
In many areas of the world, dangerous snakes are simply a reality. They co-exist with humans (and our dogs) in sometimes not-so-harmonious ways, popping up in backyards, long hikes, and sometimes even inside the home. In my home of Port Orchard, Washington, we don’t have much in the way of
Learn more…Are Dogs Naturally Afraid of Snakes? (Plus Snake Avoidance Training)
Dogs are highly social creatures. Most dogs crave time side-by-side with their humans, and yes, other dogs. But many dog owners notice, upon giving their dog time at the dog park or making “dog friends” with a neighbor, that their dog seems to be pushing boundaries more, or showing more
Throughout a lot of our media, you’ll find that cats and dogs are regularly represented pitted against each other as enemies or bitter rivals. From old cartoons and childrens’ movies to the extended rivalry between “dog people” and “cat people,” it always seems like dogs and cats are naturally at
It seems like the dog world is deeply divided on the topic of bed-sleeping for pet dogs. Some authorities are adamantly against it, while others roll their eyes and insist the nay-sayers should lighten up, a little. So what is the truth? As a professional dog trainer, I’m neither for
Learn more…Should Your Dog Sleep in Your Bed? (Pro Dog Trainer Answers)
One of the concerns that a lot of clients come to me with is the fear that their dog will be sad or lonely during one of our board-and-train programs. They wonder if they’re being mean by wanting to send their dog off to “doggy bootcamp” and worry that their
When I first got my dog, Grimm, several years ago, I made a habit of taking him to the dog park a few times a week. At the time it seemed like a great idea. But if I could go back in time and give myself a piece of advice,
Learn more…Why We Don’t Recommend Dog Parks (and what you can do instead)
Unlike some other breeds or breed groups with significant variation in size, coat type, or behavior, the pomeranian is not divided into different types or varieties on the basis of its size or other physical traits. Pomeranians are, more or less, universally known for their small stature, full fluffy coats,
I think we’ve all met a dog with small dog syndrome. They’re a tiny little ball of concentrated mischief and rage, complete with barking, biting, and bossing. They live on the other side of the fence, at grandma’s house, down the hall at your friend’s apartment, and pulling their owners
In today’s world, everyone is busy during the morning hours; you have to get ready for your job or get to class, or you have to help your kids get up, have breakfast, and get ready for school. Time has, more and more over the years, become a luxury. This
A few months back, I happened upon a post online in a dog training group in which I occasionally participate. I should have scanned past it like I do with most other posts, but I saw an opportunity to answer what I thought was a genuine query, so took a
