Category: Positive Dog Training
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How old is 11 in dog years?
Hey there, dog lovers! If you’re wondering about the age of your furry friend in dog years, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re going to dive into the fascinating world of canine aging and explore just how old an 11-year-old dog really is. Understanding dog years is not only interesting but can also help…
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What is Reactivity in Dogs?
Reactive dog is a label commonly given to dogs who display certain behaviours we as humans find inappropriate, towards certain people, animals or objects. The biggest struggle we face with reactivity in dogs is there are many different types, reasons and triggers behind the behaviour. In this post, I will touch on the basics of…
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Puppy Training Schedule
Congratulations! You just adopted a puppy! They are between 8 and 12 weeks old, have the perfect puppy eyes and they are so soft! You’re living the perfect life for a few days and then, oops! The little Tasmanian devil wakes up and steals your socks, destroys your furniture, pees in your child’s room and…
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Training a Blind Dog – Is It Possible?
Have you adopted a dog that turned out to be blind? Or perhaps your pet has lost their vision unexpectedly? Has your dog just been sentenced to fail in training? Absolutely NOT! Don’t let blindness put a label on your dog that they are hopeless, clumsy, and worse than others. A blind dog has suffered…
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How to Manage a Reactive Dog?
Having a reactive dog is always a struggle. They simply need extra care and attention to manage their reactivity. It’s crucial for pet owners to understand that reactive behavior is a result of their dog’s fear or anxiety. Therefore, it’s important to approach their training with patience and positivity.This blog will cover ways to manage…
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Sniff-Along Walk vs. Normal Walk
Did you know your dog can smell independently out of each nostril? This makes it possible for them to track down and pinpoint the exact location of any given odour. Sniffing is a natural way for your dog to decompress their brain. For dogs that tend to be stressed out outside, have low confidence, or…
