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Which foods are dangerous for dogs?
Take a look at this post to help identify which foods to keep out of your dog's reach! While not all dogs will have a reaction to all of...
Spare the Rod: How important are discipline and punishment?
Recently, more researchers have become interested in the science of dog training. With all of the different approaches to training, it's...
The flirt pole is a lifesaver!
It's getting cold, the days are short, and not all of us have the energy to wear our dogs out in the winter season. The solution? A flirt...
Dogs and Thanksgiving
Holidays can be a bit stressful, but doggy-stress doesn't have to be part of it! Here are some things to remember this Thanksgiving. Dogs...
Fear-Free vet visits!
* My own personal favorite tip is to wear scrubs or a white coat at home sometimes during training to create a positive association! *...
Woof vs Wolf: Why we need to STOP comparing dogs to wolves!
Current research suggests that dogs decended from a wolf-like ancestor (NOT the modern wolf as we know it) as far back as 34,000 years...
Debunking the "Alpha-Dog" Approach
Science has a lot to say about how people learn. Future teachers go through an extensive training process in which the best teaching...
Preventing dog bites in children
The best way to prevent bites is to teach your children safe ways to interact with your dog and other dogs. It's always best to supervise...
Do dogs laugh?
Dr. Stanley Coren says they do! CLICK HERE to read the article, in which he also explains how you can try the "dog laugh" on your dog!...
Study shows lower stress levels in dogs trained positively!
Dogs trained using positive reinforcement-based methods are happy dogs! Punishment does not motivate a dog to learn how you'd like them...
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