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Sara Scott
4 days ago4 min read
How to Calm an Anxious Dog: 5 Immediate Solutions That Work
Discover 5 effective and easy strategies to help your anxious dog feel calmer today. Reduce stress with these actionable tips!
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Sara Scott
Jan 218 min read
Why Does My Dog React to Other Dogs on Walks? How the Hurry Away Cue Supports Reactivity Training in Busy Urban Environments
Why does my dog react to other dogs on walks? Learn how the ‘hurry away’ cue supports reactivity training, even in busy urban environments.
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Sara Scott
Dec 16, 20248 min read
Why My Chihuahua Was Hiding His Poop (And How I Fixed It)
Discover how to help a dog who secretly poops in the house due to fear. Learn potty training techniques that rebuild trust & stop accidents.
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Sara Scott
Dec 9, 20244 min read
Separation Anxiety Training Through the Holiday Season
Help your dog handle separation anxiety this holiday season with expert tips on training, routines, and managing seasonal stress.
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Sara Scott
Nov 4, 20242 min read
Lessons from Dogs: Finding Healing Through Compassion and Connection
Discover how working with anxious dogs became a mirror to my own healing journey. Read about empathy, growth, and transformation.
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Sara Scott
Oct 14, 20244 min read
Preparing Your Dog for Emergency Evacuations: A Comprehensive Guide
Preparing your dog for emergency evacuations is crucial — their safety in a crisis depends on you.
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Sara Scott
Sep 23, 20243 min read
Enhancing Your Dog's Behavior: The Unexpected Role of Play
Discover how play can transform your dog’s behavior! From food games to scent work, learn fun ways to help anxious and reactive dogs thrive.
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Sara Scott
Aug 6, 20246 min read
No More Chase: The Secret to Getting Your Dog to Love Their Harness
Learn how to help your dog overcome harness anxiety. Discover effective training techniques for stress-free walks.
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Sara Scott
Jul 16, 20247 min read
Why Does My Dog Refuse to Walk? Understanding Common Walking Issues
Discover why your dog refuses to walk on leash and learn the underlying causes behind this behavior.
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Sara Scott
Jun 24, 20244 min read
The Boom-Be-Gone Protocol: Helping Your Dog Stay Calm During Fireworks Season
Learn the Boom-Be-Gone Protocol to help your dog stay calm during firework season with simple strategies and counter-conditioning exercises.
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Sara Scott
Mar 25, 20248 min read
Separation Anxiety 101 - Proactively Teach Your New Dog Home Alone Skills
Separation anxiety can be a challenge for new dog and puppy owners, but it can be prevented by proactively teaching home alone skills.
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Sara Scott
Mar 4, 20243 min read
From Growls to Grins: The Key to Understanding and Resolving Dog Aggression
Discover how to transform your dog’s aggression into calm behavior with counterconditioning. Learn the secrets to a happier pet! 🐾
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Sara Scott
Jan 11, 20243 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Dog Reactivity from A to Z
When leash lunging, reactivity, aggression or constant anxiety plagues your pup, customized solutions addressing root causes humanely.
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Sara Scott
Dec 11, 20232 min read
A Guide to Eliminating Separation Related Behavior
Does your dog panic when left home alone? Separation anxiety causes extreme stress in dogs when separated from their owners.
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Sara Scott
Nov 30, 20234 min read
From Meltdowns to Breakthroughs: Understanding Thresholds
Get practical guidance on utilizing emotional thresholds to structure effective dog training scenarios for your reactive dog. 
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Sara Scott
Nov 20, 20234 min read
A Science-Based Guide to Counterconditioning: How to Effectively Use Learning Theory With Your Dog.
Counterconditioning uses learning theory to reshape a dog's automatic unwanted responses. Retrain your dog's mind with new associations.
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Sara Scott
Nov 15, 20233 min read
Living in a Reactive Building: Navigating Communal Dog Reactivity
This post explores dog reactivity in condo buildings. Learn how stressful encounters in shared spaces negatively condition dogs to react.
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Sara Scott
Nov 13, 20233 min read
Helping Your Dog Overcome Anxiety About Riding in Cars
Many dogs develop anxiety about car travel. With gradual desensitization training you can help your dog feel more comfortable in vehicles.
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Sara Scott
Nov 9, 20233 min read
Aggressive Behaviors that Point to Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Aggressive behaviors like blocking exits, grabbing owners, and biting can indicate separation anxiety in dogs. Learn to spot the symptoms.
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Sara Scott
Oct 30, 20233 min read
When Fido's Fear and Anxiety Persist: The Role of Medication in Canine Behavior Modification
Should medication play a role in treating your dog's pronounced anxiety, aggression, or phobias?
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