Free Training Tips for your Dog
Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA 
The relationship between humans and dogs is an extraordinary bond that spans centuries. From loyal protectors to playful companions, dogs enrich our lives in countless ways. One of the most cherished daily routines is the walk, and understanding why your dog lies down on walks can help make this shared activity more enjoyable and stress-free. … Read more
Puppies bring endless joy with their energy, curiosity, and playful antics. Yet, many new puppy owners worry when their puppy’s play becomes rough or even appears aggressive. Is this normal behavior, or is it a red flag for future aggression? Understanding the difference between rough and aggressive puppy play is essential for raising a well-adjusted … Read more
If your dog is hyper in the evening, you’re likely desperate for some solutions. I recently had a dog owner contact me about her 10-month old dog being overall “chill” during the day, and then, transforming into a crazy monster at night. Of course, she was really fed up by this behavior, because her definition … Read more
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 dog tries to bite me when I leave the house, why is he doing this, and most of all, how can I reduce this behavior? A dog biting when the owner is leaving the house is certainly a concerning behavior, and one that needs to be corrected before the behavior gains a … Read more
In order to stop a dog from mouthing and jumping it helps understanding why the behavior is occurring in the first place. This means taking a look at the antecedents, basically the events that are seen prior to the exhibition of the behavior, but also taking a look as the possible consequences, in other … Read more
Many dog owners wonder how to train multiple dogs at once perhaps in hopes of saving time and effort; however, when it comes to dog training, cutting corners may yield only unsatisfactory results. It is important that, in the initial stages of training, each dog is provided with attention until he or she grasps … Read more
A dog guarding food from another dog is quite a common scenario in many multi-dog households. The dog may guard the food bowl, bones, and even areas where there is food around such as the dining room table or the kitchen counters. Tackling this behavior is important considering that left to his own devices, … Read more
Chewing is a natural behavior in dogs, but when your furry friend targets wood furniture, it can become a frustrating and costly problem. Beyond the visible damage, chewing wood can also put your dog’s health at risk, from painful splinters to life-threatening blockages. If you’re wondering how to stop a dog from chewing wood furniture, … Read more
Learning how to stop a dog from chewing children’s toys is important because allowing the dog to do so may cause conflict to both the dog and the child. Left un-managed, there are chances that the dog may resort to resource guarding when the child tries to retrieve the toy or the child may … Read more