Resource guarding is one of the most common issues dog owners face: growling, snapping, or biting over food, toys, beds, or even YOU. It’s not your dog being “mean” or “dominant” in a bad way—it’s usually a symptom of insecurity, unclear leadership, or bad advice. Here’s the real breakdown on how it starts and how […]
I’m not sure why I’ve never done a blog or vlog about this topic before, but here we go. As this morning, two of my dogs nearly had a full-blown fight. Thankfully it was easy to stop because my dogs are well-trained and I knew exactly what to do. Then I saw yet another Facebook […]
As a dog trainer, one of the biggest challenges is tailoring your approach to each unique dog. Every pup is different, shaped by their genetics and environment. But how does this help owners dealing with aggression or behavioral issues? Let’s break it down! Assessing Confidence in Dogs When I meet a dog, I assess their […]
A few months ago, I shared a video explaining why drugs are ineffective for treating aggression in dogs. But aggression isn’t the only reason dogs are prescribed medication for behavior issues. Recently, I worked with several dogs medicated for behavioral problems, including over-excitability. One case involved a 2-year-old Great Dane cross named Dudley, a sweet […]
Reactive dog classes are specialized training programs designed to help dogs that overreact to stimuli, such as other dogs, people, or environmental triggers, often displaying behaviors like barking, lunging, or growling. These classes aim to teach impulse control and desensitize dogs to their triggers. If you’re considering enrolling your dog, here are the pros and […]
If you’ve ever heard someone describe a dog as “dominant,” you might picture a bossy pup ruling the roost, growling to get their way, or refusing to listen. But here’s the truth: dominance is an incredibly generalized term that doesn’t accurately describe a dog’s temperament or any single behaviour. Let’s unpack why this label is […]
Dog owners are often given outdated advice about managing food/ resource guarding, like taking food from a dog’s mouth or standing over them while they eat. The intention is to “teach” the dog not to guard their food, but this approach often backfires. Let’s set the record straight: these methods do make resource guarding worse, […]
As a seasoned dog trainer, I often encounter pet owners who are contemplating the addition of a second dog to their family. The primary motivation is typically to provide their current dog with a companion – a playmate to stave off boredom and loneliness. While I’m advocate for ensuring dogs are not subjected to a […]
Taking your dog to the dog park is like leaving your child unattended in a juvenile detention centre for a day and not expecting them to develop some sort of behavioural problem’.
This particular subject always reminds of a Mini Fox Terrier that I helped with many years ago and yes some of them really do stay with you. It was a friend of a friend and their little Foxy was very sweet, affectionate and very social with everyone.
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