Note: this blog was written during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and considers the guidelines of the CDC at time of publication in its recommendations. Right now...

If the thought of your dog somehow getting away from you is one of your worst nightmares, you're not alone. Slipping out the door, backing out of a collar, j...

Note: recommendations based on CDC guidelines at time of publication, March 15th, 2020. It is spring 2020 and you just brought home a new puppy! You’re excit...

Ditching the food bowl can make your dog's life more interesting and fun. Increasing physical and mental enrichment can also prevent destructive behaviors ro...

This post is the second in a series discussing euthanasia for behavior. Find the first post here and all of the posts here. Making the decision to euthanize ...

This post is the first in a series discussing euthanasia for behavior. Find the next post here and all of the posts here. Making the decision to euthanize yo...

Many people worry that using positive reinforcement, "treat training," or otherwise rewarding their dog with food in training will result in a dog who only l...

Name: Jinora Staff member: Laura (trainer) Jinora came into my life as an older adult with an unknown history. She was found on the streets, emaciated and wi...

Dog training is so rewarding - you get to help dogs be the best versions of themselves and assist people who are struggling with their dog's behavior. Seeing...

Name: Fredo Staff member: Rachel (Trainer) When I first met Fredo, he was avoidant, untrusting, and always on edge, if not flat out terrified...and that was ...

The decision to rehome your dog is never easy, and it can be an intimidating process - especially if your dog has behavior problems. Determining what your do...

Name: Armando Staff member: Margo (General Manager) I brought Armando home when he was nine weeks old (I was living with my parents at the time, in my secon...

Name: Coot Staff member: Ashley (trainer) I've had dogs for my whole life, and I was always intrigued by how they communicate. They're so aware of our emotio...

Positive reinforcement. Negative punishment. Negative reinforcement. Positive punishment... huh? Understanding the four quadrants of training can be daunting...

Name: Finnegan Staff member: Kate (Director of Training) Our dogs have their stories intertwined with each other, we all influence and shape each other. Howe...

We love the flirt pole. It’s a great way to provide exercise to a dog within a confined space, train for impulse control, and build communication. Many peopl...

Like most everything in life, there are pros and cons to both options. The right fit for you is based on your priorities - what can you handle and what would...

Barking, lunging, growling, or otherwise reacting to other dogs while restrained (on a leash, behind a fence, or when otherwise held back) is often referred ...

Has your dog ever displayed a stronger reaction than usual to something like another dog or person? Maybe he growled at a guest or snapped at a dog walking b...

Carol asks, “I have a general dog behavior topic that is confusing to me--the right way to use the word ’no’... People often growl the word ‘no’ loudly or fo...