If you’ve ever had a dog who marks inside your house, you know how frustrating this problem can be. You might feel embarrassed, and you’re probably grossed out. In today’s Ask a Behavior Consultant, we’re tackling the problem of a dog who won’t stop marking in the bedrooms of the home. He lifts his leg … Read more
Making a call about what to do with an aggressive dog is not easy. I created a checklist for aggressive dogs that you can use to try to sort out your thoughts – but as I say in that article, the calculus is always different for different people. For example, I’m a professional trainer with … Read more
In this episode, we are joined by the amazing Emily Strong of First Train Home and From Beaks To Barks! Emily is a great dog and people trainer! In this episode, we discuss why mechanics matter and the top 4 training exercises Emily uses in her private with clients and when training new animal shelter … Read more
When you bring home a new puppy, you’re probably excited to introduce them to your child. But what happens if your puppy jumps and bites, which scares your son or daughter? This is a two-fold problem: teaching the baby puppy to be a bit more polite, and teaching your child how to interact with the … Read more
It still amazes me that some dogs can be so picky while others eat anything that fits in their mouths. My dog is very particular about treats and food. While we have found a brand that he likes, sometimes a little extra encouragement goes a long way in making sure he eats enough to be … Read more
When you are tight on time, it can be hard to make the gourmet treats your dog expects. This one ingredient treat is the easiest thing you will ever make and your dog won’t know the difference! They are perfect for training due to their small size and durable nature. I like to use organic garbanzo … Read more
In this episode, we interview Dr. Jennifer Summerfield, veterinarian, and professional dog trainer. Dr. Summerfield focuses on treating behavior problems including aggression, separation anxiety, and compulsive behavior issues. She meets with clients through a private veterinary practice where she has the opportunity to blend her two passions, medicine and behavior. She also writes a blog … Read more
Dogs are social creatures – that’s why many of them really don’t like being left alone when we’re gone. But what about when a dog goes from just being a bit lonely (pretty normal) to a full-blown panic attack? In today’s Ask a Behavior Consultant question, we’re looking at the case of a dog who … Read more
Dogs aren’t really good at sharing. So what do you do if one of your dogs has a bad habit of stealing food from your other dogs? The situation gets even trickier if your dog will growl when you try to take food away. So how do you stop this behavior – safely? We’ve already … Read more
I take my dog everywhere with me – he’s been to 8 countries and 21 states. We go to bars, coffee shops, running races, beaches, and more. But it took a lot of training to get him ready for that (much of which is actually covered in my Polite Greetings 101 book). Many dogs are … Read more