If you have ever had a puppy, you are likely very familiar with the dreaded game of keep away. You’re rushing out the door trying to put your shoes on and your puppy grabs your sock right out of your hand and runs away at full speed? We have ALL been there. While our dogs...

We all know how much energy puppies have. These little bundles of joy seem to never have an off switch, and you may wonder when your puppy will calm down. So, the obvious answer to help relieve some of this energy is exercise, right? Not necessarily. An often overlooked aspect of raising a puppy is...

Welcoming a new puppy into your home is so exciting! But one thing that all new pup parents dread is the lack of sleep that comes with a young puppy. When you have a puppy who struggles to sleep through the night it can test the patience of even the most dedicated dog parents. In...

As we usher in the New Year, we are filled with excitement and anticipation. However, this is not always the case for our pets. The accompanying loud noises of fireworks during our holiday celebrations can trigger anxiety and phobia. Thunderstorms, construction equipment, or other loud noises can also trigger noise phobia in dogs. In this...

As the guardian of a shy dog myself, I understand how difficult it can be navigating the world with a dog who is not the stereotypical “I love everyone!’ type of dog. When working with shy dogs it is important to validate their fears and anxieties, help them build confidence, and give them the power...

It is not uncommon for some dogs to be shy or fearful when meeting new people. This could be due to a lack of proper socialization, being in a new or unfamiliar environment, or other situations that bring upon feelings of stress and anxiety. As a professional dog trainer, one of my go-to ways for...

Positive reinforcement training is a science-based dog training approach that focuses on rewarding desirable behaviors to encourage their repetition. If you are unfamiliar with positive reinforcement training, you can learn more here ! In this blog post, we will explore a fundamental aspect of this training methodology: the distinction between primary and secondary reinforcers. While...

As a pet parent, you have likely heard the ongoing debate between on and off-leash dogs in certain areas. A tool that helps ease that debate is a long lead! A long lead is a tool in dog training that just about anyone can get behind. As a positive reinforcement dog trainer, I think every...

As pet parents, we have all likely found ourselves chuckling at the rhythmic sounds emanating from our dogs during naptime. Dog snoring is a common occurrence, but we may find ourselves wondering why they snore and when it may be cause for concern. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the 8 reasons why dogs...

Just like parenting a human child, each dog parent has their own unique way of raising, training, and caring for their canine companion, or fur-baby. In this blog post, we’ll explore the various types of pet parents and help you figure out what type of pet parent you are! 6 DIFFERENT KINDS OF PUP PARENTS...