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We share information on dog behavior, dog training tips, and dog-friendly events in Broward and South Florida.
You Can’t Lie to Your Dog
Because humans communicate verbally, we hear what people say and then observe what they do. Have you heard the saying “walking the talk”?
But what if there was no “talk”? What if you learned about people based on only what they do? Welcome to the world of dogs.
My Dog Won’t Listen! Are You Over-Cueing Your Dog?
When dogs don’t listen to their owners, it can be a very frustrating experience for the human. What if you were actually teaching your dog to ignore you? Here are four tips to help your dog tune in!
Preventing Separation Anxiety
The best way to prevent separation anxiety is to raise a confident puppy. It is important for your puppy or dog to spend time alone, while the owners are home and when they are not home and provide enriching and engaging outlets for self soothing.
The Power of “Watch Me”
Watch me can be a very powerful tool to get your dog’s focus. This skill is helpful in so many situations. Here are a few of my favorites.
Update on Ruby, the Traumatized Puppy
Every once in a while, a seasoned dog trainer is shocked by the behavior of an animal…. and then amazed by the profound positive changes that can be made by using positive reinforcement techniques.
Playing “Hard to Get” with a Shy Dog
Meet Spunky. She's gorgeous, loved by her mom, Jan, and seems like a happy confident dog. But don't shuffle your feet, make sudden moves, or approach her too quickly. Spunky has some shy and fearful issues that could make her disappear into another room if you do...
Choosing A Pet: What You Need To Know
Choosing a pet is a big decision. Many families don’t know what they don’t know. I am on a mission to educate families about what they don’t know. I want to keep families from making decisions with their hearts, that will ultimately break their hearts.
A Crafty Project to Outsmart Your Dog
If you are crafty and have some scrapbooking supplies, here is how I resolved my problem of feeding my dog two dinners: The DOG IS FED/NOT FED refrigerator magnet!
Free Dog Behavior Seminars in Broward County: DogSmarts 101
On your last nerve with your dog? Are you considering a new canine member of the family?
Are you exhausted by chewed shoes, soiled floors, barking, pulling?
If any of these “doggie crimes,” sound familiar, then learn how to motivate and control your canine friend by attending our Dog Smarts 101 classes!