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Why Your Reactive Dog’s Outbursts Are Like Sneezes: Understanding Symptoms vs. Causes
Understanding your dog’s emotions is the key to lasting change When you sneeze, you don’t say you have a “sneezing problem;” you say it’s...
May 27, 20256 min read


Why I Don’t Use “Nothing in Life is Free” with Dogs—and What I Do Instead
For decades, traditional dog training has centered around control. The idea has been simple: a good dog is one that obeys. No hesitation....
May 21, 20253 min read


How Patience and Compassion Transforms Life with Your Reactive Dog
Living with a reactive dog can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. One moment you’re enjoying a peaceful walk, and the next your dog is...
May 7, 20253 min read


Still a Dog Mom: Grieving a Dog and Coping With Pet Loss
The Rainbow Bridge Exploring the Ongoing Journey of Love When Your Dog Is Gone Last week I had a conversation with a friend who'd...
Apr 28, 20254 min read


How Your Stress Impacts Your Reactive Dog: What Science Says About the Dog-Human Bond
In Sync: How Your Dog Mirrors Your Emotions When you share your life with a reactive dog, you understand the heightened emotions that...
Apr 23, 20256 min read


Easter with a Reactive Dog: Tips for a Calm and Safe Holiday
This Easter is going to feel different for me because, for the first time in a long time, I won’t have a dog by my side. Although I’m not...
Apr 15, 20254 min read


Understanding Dog Bites: What Causes Them and How You Can Prevent Them
Most dog bites are from a dog you know. Dog Bite Prevention Week: Why It Matters Dog Bite Prevention Week is a time to educate, not...
Apr 8, 20256 min read


Why Your Reactive Dog Isn’t “Too Much”—Understanding and Helping Aggressive or Fearful Dog Behavior
Reactive dog behavior is often misunderstood. Reactive dog parents are too! Years ago when I first got involved with working with...
Apr 1, 20255 min read


Why DNA Testing Your Reactive Dog Can Be a Game-Changer
Discover how DNA testing your reactive dog can improve training, uncover breed-specific behavior, and reveal hidden health issues. Learn why
Mar 24, 20253 min read
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