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Understanding Your Dog's Fear. What to look for and how to help them.
Is your dog fearful of something? Have you seen your dog cower, shake, growl or even bark at seemingly nothing? Fear can seem like a...
Jake & Louise
Apr 5, 20215 min read
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Shame and Blame. An Open Letter to Reactive Dog Owners.
Hey you! Yes you, the reactive dog owner who is trying to balance everything. I see you and I know your struggle. You are trying your...
Jake & Louise
Mar 22, 20214 min read
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Reactive Dogs 101, How to get started training your reactive dog.
Training a reactive dog is a journey like no other. Dogs who bark, lunge, and even growl at people or other dogs, require a lot from...
Jake & Louise
Mar 8, 20215 min read
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No Pull Harnesses, are they a magic solution for pulling dogs?
I know we would all love to believe that there are magic tools out there that we can just buy, and they will solve all our dog training...
Dog Gear Review
Feb 22, 20215 min read
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Reactive Dog Training Top Tools
Reactive dog training can be difficult. It is hard to know what to do, how to do it, and if you are even doing it right. On top of that...
Jake & Louise
Feb 8, 20214 min read
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Puppy Training Mistakes: 4 Things to Avoid.
Puppyhood. It is a magical and amazing time in you and your dog’s relationship. It goes way too fast and feels like it lasts forever at...
Jake & Louise
Jan 25, 20214 min read
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Dog Training for the Real World
Something that we hear often is that someone's dog will listen really well in a training class or when the trainer is there with the dog....
Jake & Louise
Jan 11, 20215 min read
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DIY Dog Enrichment
Food enrichment can be such a huge and important part of having a happy, satisfied dog. A good enrichment toy can take a twenty second...
Jake & Louise
Dec 29, 20204 min read
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My Journey With a Reactive Dog: Part Two.
Living with a reactive dog, a dog like Manzo, is so incredibly challenging. You have such high hopes bringing home a new dog. You think,...
Jake & Louise
Dec 14, 20208 min read
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Pet Tips For The Holidays: How to Keep Your Dog Safe, Calm, and Happy During the Chaos
Make the holidays stress-free for your dog! Discover practical tips to keep your pup calm, safe, and happy amidst the festive hustle.
Casey Morrison
Nov 30, 20204 min read
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Surviving Canine Adolescence
You are over the puppy honeymoon. What used to be a little ball of furry joy is now an awkward toothy monster, ready to chew and destroy...
Jake & Louise
Nov 16, 20203 min read
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My Journey With a Reactive Dog: Part One
I didn’t know I wanted Manzo. I only knew I wanted a little red puppy. Yes, I know I know. I picked my first puppy out all wrong. I...
Jake & Louise
Nov 2, 20207 min read
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3 Simple Ways to Boost Puppy Confidence
When most people get a new puppy, they have an idea of what needs to be worked on. Socialization, potty training and basic manners are...
Jake & Louise
Oct 19, 20203 min read
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How To Train a Distracted Dog.
Getting your dog to focus on you while on a walk when chipmunks are present, people or other dogs are around, or there is a great smell...
Jake & Louise
Oct 5, 20205 min read
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What is a Flirt Pole and How to use it safely.
Exercising a dog can take a lot of time and sometimes a walk, just isn’t in the cards for the day. Using a flirt pole can be a great way to
Jake & Louise
Sep 30, 20201 min read
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What To Do When Your Reactive Dog, Reacts.
I want to start this out by saying no one is perfect, not even me! We can do our absolute best with our dogs and things can sometimes go...
Jake & Louise
Sep 21, 20206 min read
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Should I Use "Drop It" or Leave It?"
When you are training your dog, communication is key! That means cutting down on confusion by being very clear and concise with what we...
Jake & Louise
Sep 7, 20205 min read
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Dog Walking Etiquette
We all enjoy walking our dogs. There are so many ways to enjoy your time outside with your dog and they are all great!
Jake & Louise
Jul 27, 20204 min read
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Why Reactive Dogs Do Better Without Their Owners.
“Why does my reactive dog behave better when being handled by someone else?” We get this question often! This very thing sparks fear and...
Jake & Louise
Jun 29, 20203 min read
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Why Are Dogs So Stubborn?
If you’ve ever owned a dog then I am willing to bet good money that at one point or another you have referred to them as being stubborn.
Jake & Louise
Jun 1, 20204 min read
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