Visiting a Friend with a Reactive Dog? Here’s How to Stay Safe
Visiting a friend who has a reactive dog can feel awkward or even a little intimidating if you’re not sure how to handle the situation. The key is doing it in a safe, calm, and respectful manner. In this article, we’ll show you how visiting a friend with a reactive dog can be smooth and ... Read more
10 Effective Tips to Help Your Dog Feel Safe and Calm at the Vet
This article outlines 10 effective tips to help your dog feel safe and calm at the vet, combining behavior modification techniques, Fear Free principles, and expert insights. Visiting the vet can be one of the most stressful experiences for dogs, and for their owners. In many cases, fear of the vet stems from unfamiliar environments, ... Read more
Help, My Puppy is Scared of Car Rides
If your puppy is scared of car rides, rest assured, you are not alone. Many puppies are scared of car rides and fear can cause a vast array of physiological responses such as rapid heartbeat, increased respiration, panting and drooling. Puppies may perceive the car as a trap and the worst part is that ... Read more
Help For Dogs Who are Reactive to Visitors
There are many dogs who are reactive to visitors and dog owners seeking for help. One of the most important steps when dealing with dog behavior problems is preventing the dog from rehearsing problem behaviors. The fact is, dogs are good at rehearsals, the more they engage in a problem behavior, the more that ... Read more