The lense through which we see our dogs is influenced by societal norms and deeply woven into historical instances of violence and dominance. What we are left with is strict standards of obedience and leadership, with little understanding of how to build secure relationships with our dogs. How can we begin to unpack and dismantle all of this in order to make room for love and safety?

What are the benefits of online dog training and behavior coaching and is it right for you? Find out why people are choosing this option over in-person classes and home visits.

A foundation of willingness and excitement to participate in training sessions is a foundation for every behavior you will train your dog to do. Yet, this foundation is often skipped over or ignores in favor of more complex training protocols. The fallout of a lack of engagement can be frustrating and make dog owners feel embarrassed and helpless. If your dog frequently checks out during training or runs away in class, start with a few simple exercises to help build engagement with ease.

Traditional Socialization approaches for puppies aren’t always successful. In this post, we talk about alternative socialization approaches, how dogs learn, and what works to teach young dogs appropriate social skills with other dogs.

People ask me all the time how they’ll know when their dog is ready to go on a hike, meet their friends, or meet the family cat after adoption. The answer is it varies. The information in this article will help you make the right decisions for your dog to support a stress-free transition to your home and understand when your dog is ready for new things.

Many of us feel immense guilt and shame when faced with the idea of skipping our dog’s walk. And yet, we excuse ourselves from caretaking for our own bodies on the daily. I think there’s something wrong with that picture.

Confinement 101: What type of confinement is best for your dog? Are crates really cruel? How do you keep puppies from getting into trouble at home? Let’s explore the confinement options on the market and discuss the benefits and downfalls of each- along with some training and behavior tips for you and your dog.

If you aren’t sure how to get started with training your fearful, reactive, overwhelmed, or excited dog- this is the post for you.

You may have heard me use the word “holistic” when describing my practices but… what does that even mean in dog training?

Enrichment toys, commonly known as “work-to-eat” toys or food toys are all the rage in the pet dog world. But, which products are actually worth your money? Hear from Grey as he explores tried and true enrichment toys that can actually stand up to the forces of daily dog life, and provide much needed mental stimulation for your dog.

Adding a new dog to your home? Worried about keeping the peace? These 5 tips from a former shelter adoptions advisor and current dog behavior consultant will help you manage your dogs with ease.