One of the more subtle changes we notice as our dogs age is their shift in focus. They may hesitate when you call, lose interest in familiar games, or become easily startled by changes in their environment. These signs are… Read More »Helping Senior Dogs Stay Mentally Sharp
It is easy to assume training is only for young dogs. But in reality, older dogs have just as much to gain from learning new skills and keeping their brains active. Why senior dogs need training too is a message… Read More »Why Senior Dogs Need Training Too
Getting older isn’t just a human experience. Our dogs go through changes too, some subtle, some more obvious. In this blog, I want to talk about supporting your senior dog’s changing needs, not through dramatic lifestyle overhauls, but with small, thoughtful shifts that help them feel safe, seen, and supported. Now that the weather is colder we’re revisiting some information to support our senior Furkids.
After publishing Part 1 and Part 2 of the blog series “What Dog Guardians Are Struggling With”, I received some lovely messages from dog guardians. Some thanked me for putting words to what they were feeling. Others said it helped… Read More »You’re Doing Better Than You Think
Part 2: The Emotional Side Last week, I shared the most common day-to-day struggles raised by dog guardians in a large online training group: pulling on the lead, ignoring recall, dog reactivity, and destructive behaviour. But that wasn’t the full… Read More »What Dog Guardians Are Struggling With
Part 1: The Everyday Challenges If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one struggling with your dog’s behaviour, you’re not alone. Recently, I reviewed approximately 50 posts over a 2 week period from a busy dog training group on… Read More »What Dog Guardians Are Struggling With
Let’s face it: seeing our beloved dogs under the weather is enough to tug at the heartstrings of even the toughest among us. You know that look they give you when they’re feeling off—those sad, soulful eyes that practically scream,… Read More »How To Help Your Sick Dog Feel Better
You might be familiar with scent training as something sniffer dogs do at airports. But did you know that scent training can also help your reactive Fido? If your dog lunges, barks, or generally goes a bit bonkers when faced… Read More »Can Scent Training Help Your Reactive Dog?
When I first started training with dogs and their humans, I thought the hardest part would be teaching dogs to “sit” or “stay.” Spoiler alert: it’s not. Turns out, the trickiest bit can be something as simple as teaching pawrents… Read More »What’s In A Name?
Bringing a puppy home is one of the most exciting moments for any dog guardian. The wiggly little tail, the playful paws, and, of course, the sweet puppy breath — it’s hard not to fall in love immediately. But as… Read More »Understanding Puppy Development Stages
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