I often see dogs who have issues with other dogs, are afraid of something or someone, or otherwise don't behave well in certain circumstances. At some point in discussions with their owners, there are invariably some questions pertaining to "socializati… more »

Over the past year or two I've had several discussions with owners regarding training and a "dog's spirit". In these cases, the owners have always been concerned that training their dog will somehow sadden their pet or make them less able to enjoy life.… more »

The video below does and excellent job outlining a problem that gets very little press or attention. While there are stories and websites featuring daily information on Breed Specific Legislation (BSL), very little discussion is taking place regarding i… more »

In a recent post I discussed how many factors can influence the development of a dog. While that post focused on aggression and breeds, I thought it would be good to discuss how those same factors impact training. In short, a dog's experiences in early… more »

Today's a holiday for most folks, and hopefully you're enjoying a relaxing weekend with family and friends. On the celebration of our nation's birthday, it's a good time to remember all of those that have made this country what it is, and those who have… more »