Set Ups and Avoiding Common Mistakes

Set Ups and Avoiding Common Mistakes

Listen Now Join my mailing list for free resources on dog behavior and training, and be the first to know when new events become available.     Utilizing set ups with an assistant and a helper dog, rather than relying on dogs from the general public, can be...
A Client’s Journey

A Client’s Journey

Listen Now There are very few people who purposefully seek out a reactive dog to bring into their home – for most people, they find themselves in that scenario unexpectedly. And so their journey begins, seeking help for them and their dog, while trying to...
Reactive Dogs are Captive Dogs

Reactive Dogs are Captive Dogs

Listen Now Join my mailing list for free resources on dog behavior and training, and be the first to know when new events become available.     The notion of pet dogs being captive dogs is sure to stir up some emotions. But the truth is, the lifestyle of...
Unpacking the Term Reactivity

Unpacking the Term Reactivity

Listen Now The term reactivity is a label, that is used to describe a variety of behaviors. And because it’s a label, your definition of reactivity is likely different from someone else’s. In this episode, I bring in Laurie Lawless CDBC, CPDT-KA to discuss...
The Neurobiology of Frustration

The Neurobiology of Frustration

Listen Now If you have a dog who is reactive on leash, you may have wondered if they were feeling frustrated. And you’re probably right – frustration is often a big component for dogs who are displaying leash reactivity. But what exactly is frustration,...