by Marilyn | May 7, 2022 | Dog Behavior, Dog Parent Guide, Puppy Training
When dog moms reach out for help to understand “the thing” about their puppies, they speak from their hearts. They're clear about priorities. Harmony in the family and kindness to the dog. However, they need help closing the gap between achieving harmony...
by Marilyn | Jan 11, 2022 | Training
A dog training plan is a lot like a plan for a road trip. You already know where you're headed on your road trip. And your GPS told you how to get from where you are now to your destination. A foolproof dog training plan also works like a GPS to get you to where you...
by Marilyn | Dec 6, 2021 | Dog Parent Guide
A holiday pet emergency that sends you and your family pet to the animal ER clinic is nobody's idea of “comfort and joy”! And yet, during holiday seasons veterinary hospitals see a dramatic rise in emergency visits. Consequently, as dog parents, you must...
by Marilyn | Nov 21, 2021 | Dog Parent Guide
When dog moms ask, “What Christmas gift does my dog really want?” the answer is a seemingly endless list of pet industry offerings. Toys of every imaginable description, treats with a list of gourmet ingredients, fancy collars, leashes, beds, and clothing....
by Marilyn | Sep 8, 2021 | Dog Behavior, Dog Parent Guide
Dog moms make lemonade when their dogs give them lemons. How do 3 dog moms make lemonade when their dogs give them lemons? You've heard that proverbial phrase, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” But what if your dog gives you...
by Marilyn | Aug 25, 2021 | Dog Behavior, Training
Attention-seeking dogs often resort to clever devices to get what they want. Although we secretly admire their resourcefulness, dog parents like you and me believe it's in our job description to resist attention-seeking. Why? Because we believe it's...
by Marilyn | Aug 20, 2021 | Dog Behavior, Training
A dog training answer that perfectly satisfies your question about your dog can sometimes seem hard to find. Yet, what if it were not only easy to find but right there at your fingertips? The video below gives you details, but first, some background. Honestly, have...
by Marilyn | Aug 8, 2021 | Dog Parent Guide
A dog parent can help ensure that safe summer adventures outdoors with dogs begin and end with fun for everybody – dogs and humans included. With comfortable late summer weather to look forward to, it's the perfect time to take advantage of the cooler mornings...
by Marilyn | May 24, 2021 | Dog Behavior, Training
Hidden Genius… Does your playful dog have a hidden genius for natural mischief? This is a true story: My dog once taught herself how to open the gate in the backyard. To be clear, I assume she “taught herself”, because I know I...
by Marilyn | May 18, 2021 | Dog Behavior, Training
Here's how to train a dog with Mom's Goldilocks Rule. Just like Goldilocks, my Mom was a fan of moderation. “Don't overdo it.” I heard that a lot as a kid. Ah, yes…Moderation… But now I think Mom would be amused to know that I'm...
