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Choosing Effective Dog Training Methods: A Science-Based Approach

Aug 10, 2023

Winding Down 2025: Choosing Tenderness, Reflection, and Care for You and Your Dog

As 2025 comes to a close, many of us feel the familiar pressure to evaluate , improve , and resolve . But for a lot of people—and a lot of dogs—this year was not about optimization. It was about endurance. About showing up on hard days. About learning, sometimes the slow way, what care really looks like. Instead of rushing toward resolutions, this moment invites something quieter: tenderness . For you.For your dog.For the relationship you’ve been building together. A Year That Asked a Lot of...

Dec 26, 2025

Why Every Dog’s Training Journey Should Start with an Initial Behavior Consultation

Let’s be honest—dogs don’t come with instruction manuals. Even if they did, most of us would skip straight to the chapter on “How to Stop...

Sep 18, 2025

Why Your Separation Anxiety (Desensitization) Training Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It!)

Separation anxiety training protocols typically use systematic desensitization (DS)  to address alone-time worries. DS is an...

Mar 8, 2025

Why Dogs Pull and Why We Don’t Pull Back

Walking your dog can be a highlight of your day—or it can be an exercise in frustration. Some of us love walking our dogs, while others...

Jan 24, 2025

Decoding 'Separation Anxiety' in Dogs: Understanding What It Really Means

As someone who has been conducting intake calls for a well known company that focuses specifically on separated behaviors for three...

Jan 11, 2024

Food is Food: Rethinking Treats and Dog Training with a Balanced Diet

I know that there are a lot of people out there who don't love the idea of using food to train their dog. However, it's important to...

Dec 26, 2023

"ABCDEFG...What?: Unraveling the Meaning Behind Dog Training Certifications"

Finding a qualified dog trainer is crucial if you want to successfully train your furry friend. But how can you and your pal determine...

Nov 21, 2023

Why Enlisting an Evidence-Based, Humane, Professional Dog Trainer is a Wise Choice

Bringing a dog into your life is like embarking on an exciting journey, but it can also pose challenges along the way. Dogs, much like...

Sep 3, 2023

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