Being away can feel fearful to some dogs. That is why it is vital to know how to support your dog through alone-time training. This approach is not about simply leaving them and hoping for the best. It is about… Read More »How to Support Your Dog Through Alone-Time Training
Separation anxiety in dogs is more than just a topic. It’s the first step towards truly understanding how your dog is feeling. Many behaviours we see when dogs are left alone, like barking, chewing or toileting, can have different causes.… Read More »Recognising the Signs of Separation Anxiety in Dogs
What It Is and What It Isn’t Separation anxiety is often misunderstood. It is a term that gets used to explain all sorts of alone-time struggles, from barking to chewing furniture. But separation anxiety is more than a label. It… Read More »Separation Anxiety
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
In this blog I want to talk about a behaviour that’s often misunderstood, sometimes frustrating, but entirely natural for our Furkids: resource guarding. If you’ve ever had a dog growl or snap over their food bowl, toys, or even a… Read More »Understanding Resource Guarding
Listen up, Pawrents! This week, I’m going to tackle a controversial topic that’s been the subject of heated debates in dog parks and on social media: the potential dangers of taking your pooch to those off-leash play areas. Now, before… Read More »The Ruff Truth: Why Off-Leash Dog Parks Aren’t Always a Walk in the Park
This week’s blog will talk about something near and dear to my heart: helping our shy or nervous furry friends build confidence through positive reinforcement training games. Trust me, folks, with a little patience, love, and games-based training you can… Read More »Boosting Confidence: Fun Games for Shy Pups!
This week we’re digging our noses into a topic that’s more intriguing than a hidden treat – the fine line between fear and aggression in our four-legged family members. I’m no dog whisperer (in fact, run a mile from a… Read More »Unleashing the Truth: Fear vs. Aggression in Our Fidos