Beyond Basic Belly Rubs: A Master Class in Petting Best Practices
Respect your dog’s needs for physical touch, communicate with consent, and build a stronger, more trusting bond with mindful interaction.
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Sara Scott
Sep 166 min read
Thriving with Multiple Dogs: Best Practices for a Harmonious Home
Learn how to successfully manage multiple dogs with tips on training, mealtime, play, and fostering positive interactions at home.
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Sara Scott
Sep 92 min read
The Role of Gut Health in Dog Behavior: Insights from a Veterinary Behaviorist
Curious about how your dog’s gut health impacts behavior? I asked a veterinary behaviorist how diet may hold the key to better behavior!
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Sara Scott
Jul 167 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 172 min read
Beyond Fetch: Unleashing the Remarkable Potential of Working Dogs
Discover the remarkable world of working dogs. Learn how training and genetics shape their abilities and contributions to our lives.
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Sara Scott
Jun 114 min read
Is Your Dog's Growling Putting You On Edge? The Surprising Truth About Resource Guarding
Is your dog's growling over food, toys, or space stressing you out? Resource guarding is a common but often misunderstood canine behavior.
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Sara Scott
Jun 47 min read
Why Your Dog Chews Everything and How to Stop It
Discover why dogs exhibit destructive behavior and learn effective strategies to address and prevent it for a harmonious home environment.
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Sara Scott
May 203 min read
Understanding Behavior Resurgence in Dogs
Understand extinction and behavior resurgence in dogs.
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Sara Scott
Feb 83 min read
Reframing Dog Training: A Guide to Building Better Habits
Discover how integrating consistent dog training into daily life leads to better habits, stronger bonds, and happier dogs.
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Sara Scott
Jan 263 min read
Game of Bones: Elevating Your Pup’s Training to Royal Heights
Discover advanced dog training: Balance, novelty, choice, and problem-solving to unlock your pup’s full potential. 🐾
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Sara Scott
Jan 241 min read
Combating the Post-Holiday Blues: The Mental Health Benefits of Dogs
As the festive lights dim, our dogs emerge as unsung heroes, significantly boosting our mental health.
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Sara Scott
Jan 24 min read
Decoding Dog Training: Shifting the Conversation from Quadrants to Practicing 'Do No Harm’
Shifting the conversation from quadrants to ethical training that practices "do no harm." Learn why we must move beyond the 4 quadrants.
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Sara Scott
Dec 7, 20234 min read
When Nature Calls But Rain Falls – End the Rainy Day Potty Panic Now
When dogs dread rain disrupting potty time, it causes distress all around. This guide walks through positive training methods to overcome.
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Sara Scott
Nov 22, 20231 min read
The Dog Who Taught Me Gratitude
This season, appreciate your loyal dog. Read my touching tribute to Finntroll, the remarkable dog who taught deeper lessons about gratitude.
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Sara Scott
Oct 26, 20233 min read
Understanding the Diverse Roots of Reactive Behavior in Dogs
Reactive dog behavior stems from diverse factors like genetics, health, environment, and early life experiences.
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Sara Scott
Sep 13, 20232 min read
Pit Bull Truths Revealed - Their Surprising Qualities Unveiled Nature
In this blog, we will explore the incredible qualities that make pit bulls an awesome breed.
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