Positive Reinforcement
Covid Boredom written by guest author Andrea Stone
By now most of the United States is on some form of “stay at home” order. For some of us it’s going on 3 weeks. In my state it’s been one week. Many people are already getting a little stir crazy already, with lots of fun videos and Facebook Live Read more…
Behavior Modification
Introducing the New Puppy to the Resident Dogs
Getting a new puppy is so exciting! All the planning, waiting and preparing come to a head with the bringing home of the puppy. And, while the human family members are excited and prepared, the resident dog(s) in the family may view it differently. Depending on the individual dogs living Read more…
Behavior Modification
Adolescent Attitude Adjustment
Little puppies are so much fun. Before 5 or 6 months puppies tend to be dependent and connected. They are like little sponges who are hungry for more information and this is a great time for learning. When I taught puppy classes people would bring their puppies to class and Read more…
Behavior Modification
“I can’t believe he hasn’t tried to bite you”
Over the years as a professional dog trainer and behavior consultant there has been a constant theme of comments that I have received and continue to receive in my work focusing on conformation. I have been told things like, “He never warms up to people as quickly as he has Read more…
Breeders
Attention Breeders
Those of you who breed know, like me, how challenging it can be to teach a new puppy owner who is not in your immediate area. How do you help them prepare for the show ring and raise their puppies to be good show dogs when they aren’t nearby? This Read more…
Breeders
A Breeder’s Reponsibility
After taking an almost 14 year break in breeding, I began again last year with a new breed. I have moved from Dachshunds to Lowchen and bred my first Lowchen litter last year. I take the job of breeder very seriously. I recognize the huge responsibility to produce and create Read more…
Owner Handlers
5 Ways to Exercise Your Dog on Rainy Days
5 Ways to Exercise Your Dog on Rainy Days 1. Food search games – Food search games are a great way to burn some energy in your active dog. Scent work of any kind is tiring for dogs. Hide food around the house and allow your dog to search and Read more…