Don explains that when a dog growls, it is simply trying to ask a perceived threat to stay away. It is a normal part of canine communication; we must respect and NEVER punish it. However, we need to help our dogs when they feel unsafe,
This post summarizes a presentation made for the Eastern Area Agency on Aging Firry Friends Food Ban on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
In this blog post from January 29th, 2023, the National Institute for Canine Ethics (NICE) explains how Dopamine and Cortisol affect our dogs.
Many dogs do not enjoy the chaos and frenetic activity all too common at public events like fundraising walks. This post reviews how to evaluate your dog’s body language so you can assess if they are comfortable or would rather be at home.
This post contains a link to an article and video discussing new research that indicates dogs are more responsive to high-pitched voices that vary. It refutes the myth that one should speak to a dog in a deep, authoritative tone.
Just like people, dogs also have a space bubble, the personal space they expect others to respect. This post discusses how to identify a dog’s space bubble and interact with them respectfully.
Pets and Their People, an excellent and trusted resource for people with pets, Recently published this article, Do Pets Experience Emotional Trauma? Written by my friend Judy Luther of www.UnderstandingDogs.us, the article addresses how pets can develop Stockholm Syndrome, just as people can when they
Don discusses the importance of understanding how your dog communicates and lists several of his favorite books, articles, videos, and online resources.
If you have just added a puppy to a household with an existing dog or are contemplating doing so, I recommend you read this article published in Pets and Their People – A New Puppy Affects the Existing Dog(s) in Your Household – Here’s What
In this article, Don describes the benefits of keeping a daily behavioral journal for a dog experiencing behavioral issues such as anxiety, aggression, and reactivity. Such a journal can help determine what triggers this behavior. Also, by keeping such a record, you will see the