Dog Training & Behavior

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Humans and Dogs – Control or Choice?

I recently attended the Association of Professional Dog Trainer’s Conference.  There was an interesting lecture...
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Christmas for Shelter Dogs

Christmas is such a wonderful time of year! It is all about family, love, beauty,...
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Canine Association is Powerful

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Ranger the Miracle Dog

I love all of my clients and their dogs. I am so blessed that I...
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“Do Other People Go Through This?”

Wow! Great question! Doggie folks may not realize what a common question this is from...
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Loose Leash Walking – HELP!

There are so many reasons a pet parent may contact a dog trainer because excessive...
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Human Topical Creams and Canines

Most pet parents, at one point or another, have suffered while watching their precious fur-baby...
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The Wonderful World of Working Dog Breeds

Many people know that I have always had a great love for working dogs. My...
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Know Your Trainer

When potential clients contact me for the first time, I walk them through my training...
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How Are Dog on Human Bites Assessed?

When I left Corporate America to found Wishes and Wags, treating canine aggression was not...