Dogs bark, we get it. But some bark waaaaay too much for civilized society. It’s embarrassing and can be scary for your guests. Even if you’ve got a little dog, …
Why Do Dogs Need ID Tags?
Few things bring me as much joy as watching my dog running off-leash through the mountains. But off-leash hiking is also one of the most dangerous things I do with …
Seeing The Forest for the Trees
I went to a conference for wildlife conservation last weekend. And I had a good reminder of seeing the forest for the trees. Barley was our demonstration/ambassador dog for the …
The 9 Benefits of A Balcony Catio
Apartment living can be tough for cats. It’s a constant battle to give your kitty enough enrichment while keeping her safe. A balcony catio can help give your cat the …
Our New Puppy Poops in the House Every Night
Potty training is one of those parts of dog ownership that most of us would rather avoid. I love training dogs, but potty training? No, thank you! In today’s Ask …
What Should I Do If A Dog Charges Me and My Dog?
I run marathons – and my dog Barley joins me on nearly every single training run. While I spent 2018/19 traveling through 18 states and 8 countries, running with Barley …
Help! My Dog is Scared of Going Outside!
Dogs love (and need) walks, right? That’s like… the central tenet of dog ownership. But what if your dog is scared of going outside? What do you do? In today’s …
Why Does My Dog Growl When I Tell Him to Sit?
For most dogs, getting trained is a fun time. But some dogs growl during training. In our latest Ask a Behavior Consultant, we’re looking at the case of a young …
My Dog Attacks Other Dogs in Doorways: Spatial Resource Guarding
Resource guarding and dog-dog aggression can take many forms. One of the more challenging presentations of this problem is “space guarding” or “spatial resource guarding.” What that means is one …
Cat Enrichment Explained: Ideas for Enriching Your Cat’s Environment
This article is courtesy of Emily Parker from Catological. Cats lead very active lives in the wild where they have endless opportunities to stalk prey, explore, and climb to their …
