What Affects Dog Behavior: Why Your Dog Acts a Certain Way
What affects dog behavior can be traced back to multiple factors — dog personality, dog-owner relationship, their past history, and even the environment where they live! No dog is ever the same as another — and that’s the beauty of raising them. Each dog has a unique quirk that makes them so lovable. However, in […]
What To Do With An Aggressive Dog: Tips When They Approach You
In this blog you’re going to learn about what to do with an aggressive dog, especially when they come to towards you. I’m sure most dogs you encounter in your daily life are playful, friendly, and kind. If you are like many dog owners, your top priority is making sure your own dog is good, calm, and […]
The Polyvagal Theory: Know It And Know Your Dog, With Sue Mimm
Listen above or iTunes / Spotify (Tap the subscribe button – it’s free and keeps you updated!) Today’s Guest Sue Mimm – Reactive Dog Expert I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, dog trainer and behavior therapist, Sue Mimm. For someone who describes herself as “not very sciencey” she sure has a great understanding of what’s […]
Dog-On-Dog Aggression Solved: Transforming Two Dogs Who Tried to Kill Each Other
Dog-on-dog aggression is a serious behavioral issue that many dog owners face when bringing a new canine into their home. If you’re struggling with dog-on-dog aggression in your home, I want you to know two things. First, you are not alone. Second, there IS a solution that can help you put an end to your […]
5 Safety Rules to Protect Your Pup This Holiday Season
A lot changes in your household during the holiday season… Visitors come and go New decor is placed around your home Different food dishes are often prepared …and while all these things might be normal to you, they can be really confusing (and stressful!) to your pup! As we are just days away from celebrating […]
3 Common Misconceptions About What Makes a Dog Aggressive
If you watch the news or read the paper, it’s likely that you’ve come across a story about someone getting attacked by a dog. And I bet you that 9 out of 10 times, the dog in the story is some sort of large male dog—perhaps a specific breed, like a Pitbull or German Shepherd. […]
How to Overcome Your Fear of Aggressive Dogs to Become a Dog Trainer
If you’re somebody who’s thought about becoming a dog trainer, but you’ve been put off because you’re concerned about the dangers of working with aggressive dogs, you’re not alone. In fact, I encounter people every day who absolutely love dogs, but who also have fears about working with them–especially if they have aggressive tendencies. If […]
Best Behaved Dog Breeds: Does Breed Determine a Dog’s Personality?
Is it the breed or the personality that determines the dog? Let’s find out what the best behaved dog breeds are! I often get asked the question, “What are the best behaved dog breeds?” And here’s my answer… The idea that a breed can determine a dog’s personality is one of the biggest dog myths […]
Correcting Bad Dog Behavior: Why Your Dog Is like a Mirror
A lot of people ask me, how do I train my dog? Or even more important, how do I go about correcting bad dog behavior that already exists? And the answer is always this. When it comes to training a dog it’s important that we first start with a solid foundation. That’s where you get […]