How to Deal with a Fear Biter: What Causes It and How You Can Change the Behavior
When you deal with a fear biter, you have to understand that this dog’s tendency to bite is not fueled by the desire to simply bite. These fear biters are fierce protectors. When dog owners come to me and ask about aggression due to fear, I tell them when they deal with a fear biter, […]
How to Help Fearful Dogs: What Causes Fear + How You Can Help
If you’re eager to know how to help fearful dogs, I know where you’re coming from. Fearful dogs are exhausted. You can read their exhaustion through their habits and body language: they can’t easily sleep, they’re reactive, and they’re triggered by the littlest things. JOIN MY FREE REACTIVITY CLASS If you own a dog that […]
Do Dogs Feel Our Stress? The Number One Cause of Dog Stress
Any loving dog owner gets concerned about the factors that cause dog stress. After all, we just want the best for our pets, from their physical to mental health. You can attribute the cause of dog stress to multiple factors: unhealthy upbringing, violent history, a chaotic environment, and strained relationships with owners and other dogs. […]
Dogs Not Listening? Here’s How to Get Dogs To Listen More
If anyone comes to me for tips on how to get dogs to listen more, I always ask them to do this: “Think of the most connected, most effective conversations you’ve had with a loved one. Were they done with shouting, or were they filled with calm, understanding energy?” Surely, you would say the latter. […]
How to Teach Boundaries to Dogs: Saying NO and Sticking to It
If you’re here because you’re wondering how to teach boundaries to dogs, I’m here to commend you! I know it’s tough. When our dogs start to show their puppy eyes, denying their requests becomes so hard. But there is power in SAYING NO. When dog owners say NO, it paves the way for better obedience […]
How to Walk Your Dog: Doggy Dan Golden Rule #5
The best way to know how to walk a dog is to understand this crucial principle: In every walk, there’s a follower, and a leader. And most of the time, the leader is NOT you. JOIN MY FREE REACTIVITY CLASS “What do you mean, Dan? Are you saying that even if I hold the leash, […]
How to Stop Dog Barking with Doggy Dan Golden Rule #4: Dealing with Danger
Dogs do not bark just because. Anyone who wants to know how to stop dog barking should understand behind any excessive barking is a real, serious trigger… at least in our dog’s eyes. Indeed, barking is a big behavioral issue! But it is often misunderstood. Most dog owners and even dog trainers treat barking at […]
Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules: Rule #2 is Delaying Acknowledgement
Rule Number Two of the Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules always surprises dog owners who are new to the concept. If viewed through the lens of human psychology, Rule Number Two can make any dog owner go “But oh, isn’t that going to hurt my dog’s feelings?” After all, Rule Number Two is about delaying […]
The Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules: Food Training For Dogs is Rule #1!
Food training for dogs is Rule #1 of my Doggy Dan Five Golden Rules, because of this simple truth: when dogs have food, they feel like they’re the richest animal in the world. It’s not their toys, not their new clothes, or their cozy bed that makes them feel great. It’s food. For dogs, it’s […]
