Dog behavior challenges can be frustrating and difficult to deal with, but understanding the underlying causes can help you to address them effectively. There are many different factors that can contribute to dog behavior challenges, including genetics, past experiences, and the environment. Here...
The dominance theory, also known as the "alpha dog" theory, is the idea that dogs are constantly trying to assert dominance over their owners and that owners must establish themselves as the "alpha" in order to have a well-behaved dog. However, this theory has been widely debunked by modern...
Dog training is an important aspect of pet guardianship, as it helps to create a harmonious and happy relationship between the guardian and their furry companion. One of the most effective and widely used methods of training dogs is reward-based training. In this method, dogs are trained to...
In October 2021, I was asked to come in and work with a young wolf hybrid living in sanctuary at W.O.L.F Sanctuary outside of Fort Collins, Colorado. The sanctuary is home to 30 wolf hybrids who were rescued under various circumstances. The reality is, there are people breeding and selling...
I focus on high value rewards because these are tools in your kit to...