by Marilyn | Sep 17, 2020 | Dog Behavior
In case you missed it, yesterday was Responsible Dog Ownership Day. At least it was according to the American Kennel Club. What does responsible ownership mean? If you're reading this, I'm pretty sure you are someone who strives every day to take...
by Marilyn | Sep 15, 2020 | Puppy Training, Training
I’m looking for Goldilocks. It could involve you, so hear me out. I’ve been cooking up an idea for nearly a year. And now it’s about time to serve up that idea to dog peeps like you so you can sample it for yourselves! Wait. Let me back up here for a sec… If you...
by Marilyn | Jun 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
For weeks now the sudden nationwide increase in random backyard fireworks has terrified many noise-sensitive pets and upset their owners. Authorities can't say why it's happening and most people have no idea what they can do about it. If it's this bad now, you have to...
by Marilyn | May 30, 2020 | Puppy Training
Puppy backtalk will happen eventually. It's one of those milestones along the way to maturity. How you answer it, however, will decide the direction it takes. Pop Quiz: What age group of kids are MOST likely to challenge authority? Too easy?? The answer, of course,...
by Marilyn | May 20, 2020 | Stay Home Survival Kit, Training
Bored dogs, just like bored teenagers, want “something to do”. But, of course, exercise alone won't cure your dog's boredom. Dogs naturally need physical exercise to stay fit and healthy. But a tired dog isn't necessarily a calm dog. The same goes for...
by Marilyn | May 14, 2020 | Dog Behavior
If you're like most dog owners, misunderstanding your dog happens a lot. Ever wonder why the dog picks your stuff out of the laundry or your shoe from the closet? And leaves everyone else's stuff alone? I bet you thought he was trying to get even for...
by Marilyn | May 7, 2020 | Dog Behavior, Training Games
Did you ever wish for a magic wand to get your dog to stop pulling on the leash, quit jumping on you and other people, give up barking at whatever, come back when you called even if he's rolling in bunny poop, stop chasing bunnies, birds, squirrels? I can't offer you...
by Marilyn | Apr 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
“The answer to confusion is always no.” When the author Donald Miller wrote that statement he was talking about communication between people. But Miller is also a proud dog lover. So I bet he'd approve of expanding it to include our dogs. Here's what I...
by Marilyn | Apr 1, 2020 | Dog Behavior, Stay Home Survival Kit, Training Games
The coronavirus is an invisible enemy. I hope you and your family, including the animals who share your life, are all doing OK. And as you struggle to get everything right and keep hoping you've not missed any important precaution, another invisible enemy –...
by Marilyn | Mar 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
Social distancing isn't quite how you planned to welcome Spring, 2020! And yet, here we are! At first, the isolation felt weird – and more than a little scary – but as the days pass, isolation begins to feel like the unwelcome guest that tried to spoil the...
