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Can You Use Your Dog’s Name Negatively?
It always catches my attention when I find myself doing something with my own dogs that runs contrary to standard training advice. The [...]
Dog Park Etiquette #417: “Scoop Two!”
I recently decided that whenever I scoop my dogs' poop in the dog park, I will pick up any other [...]
Dog Training and Child Rearing (or Vice-Versa)
My wife and I recently became parents to a (human) baby boy. Many experienced parents whose dogs I've worked with [...]
Between Punitive And Purely Positive Dog Training
Yesterday I had a case that to me perfectly encapsulates the current state of dog training in the US. I'd [...]
Run Don’t Walk — To The Dog Park!
I'm a big fan of taking your dog to the dog park. Every day. At least once a day; the [...]
Street Etiquette for Dogs
I recently had a client new to puppy-rearing who asked "What is the etiquette for where to allow your dog [...]
Dog Toys, Treats, and Chews
At some point during a session I normally ask owners if they ever give their dog rawhides to chew. At [...]
Are There Disadvantages to Adopting a “Shelter Dog”? (NO!)
I recently contributed my opinion to an article on the pros and cons of adopting "shelter dogs". It amazes me [...]
Dogs In The Workplace: Potential Problems And Simple Solutions
I recently contributed opinion to a journalist about potential problems of dogs in the workplace. Dogs at the office or [...]