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Sara Scott
Jan 2, 20244 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 14, 20233 min read
What Makes a Dog Trainer Truly Effective? The Research Tells All
The research says it all - truly effective dog training fuses scientifically-validated methods with real-world clinical expertise.
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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
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
Dec 4, 20234 min read
Sorry Boss, My Dog Doesn't Care About ROI
We often import capitalist values of maximum productivity into training our dogs. There’s a better way!
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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
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 6, 20232 min read
The Art of Strategic Reward Placement in Dog Training
This professional dog trainer explains why mastering strategic reward placement - not just timing - takes training fluency to new levels.
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Sara Scott
Oct 19, 20233 min read
Management Strategies for Handling Leash Reactivity in the City
Living in a city brings challenges for reactive dogs. Let's explore practical management techniques to prevent reactions during walks.
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Sara Scott
Oct 2, 20232 min read
Top 10 Fall Adventures to Enjoy With Your Dog
Embrace fall with your pup! 🐾 Enjoy foliage hikes, pumpkin patches, crafting, volunteering, camping, treats, bonfires, and leaf piles! 🍁
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Sara Scott
Sep 19, 20232 min read
Helping Dogs Relax When Home Alone: Soothing Separation Fears
Canine separation anxiety is a distressing condition where dogs become emotionally distressed when separated from their owners or left alone
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Sara Scott
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Transform Your Dog's Behavior Through Fun Trick Training - Here's Why It's a Game Changer
In this blog, we'll explore the compelling reasons why teaching your dog tricks goes beyond mere entertainment.
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Sara Scott
Aug 17, 20232 min read
Unleash Your Dog's Potential: How a Pro Trainer Transforms Behavior
Professional dog trainers have experience and knowledge that can significantly expedite the training process.
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Sara Scott
May 1, 20203 min read
Dog Reactivity, Covid-19 and Choice
The pandemic allows more space for reactive dog training but fewer greetings may frustrate social pups.
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Sara Scott
Nov 15, 20195 min read
Let them sniff, let them sniff, let the sniff!
Certified dog trainer. Let your pup sniff to calm down, not ignoring you! Sniffing lowers heart rate.
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