“He’s a bit racist,” the woman explained, clearly embarrassed, as her dog barked and lunged at just one person at the park. The woman was white, the man her dog …
Why Does My Dog Bark and Lunge at Other Dogs?
Just as you’re starting to enjoy walking your dog, she explodes into a frenzy of barking and lunging. She almost pulls you off your feet as she strains towards another …
The Best Treats for Training a Dog Wearing a Muzzle
Treats are an important part of training. They work to reinforce behaviors we would like our dogs to do more of. Treats also work to create positive associations with new …
Is My Dog A Red Zone Dog? 28 Questions to Ask Yourself
Sometimes, people come to me asking if their dog is a dangerous or “red zone dog.” The reality is, all dogs can bite and would in the wrong situation. Some …
Six Easy Ways to Keep Kids Safe Around Dogs
Whether you have a dog that’s aggressive towards children or just want to keep your kids safe around dogs in general, there’s a lot you can do to keep kids …
The Six Best Dog Muzzles for Tough-to-Fit Dogs
Getting a dog muzzle is often one of the first steps towards safely living with, training, and rehabilitating an aggressive dog (check out our Aggressive Dogs E-book for more on …
How should I manage dog-dog resource guarding?
Managing dog-dog resource guarding in the home is always a bit of a challenge. When you’re a foster family for a rescue or shelter, you’re constantly dealing with dogs that …
What To Do When Your Dog Doesn’t Like Puppies
We brought home a five-week-old puppy last night. Brindle, stubby-legged, and smoosh-faced, Mia the boxer puppy toddled around our apartment whimpering. A Good Samaritan purchased her in a parking lot …
What Do I Do When My Dog Is Aggressive Towards Children?
What do you do when your dog is aggressive towards children? Dogs and children can be majorly cute – or majorly scary. It’s challenging to know whether or not to …
Basic Steps For Reactive Dog Training
I’ve gotten more “Ask A Trainer” questions about reactivity than I can count. Let’s just roll them into on generic post, with specific posts to come if needed. Get extra …
