“I think I need to return my rescue dog.” These are words that most people never want to say, hear, or even discuss. I’m not talking about those who return a dog who is more work than expected or because they’re moving. I’m talking about the people who put in the time, do the training, and …
My dog Louie has his share of issues, including separation anxiety, but the oddest are his playing habits. The short story is that Louie doesn’t play like a normal dog. I’m going to tell you the long story, too. Louie will play with other dogs. He loves wrestling, chasing, and chewing on a friend’s leg or …
It never ceases to amaze me how often, how quickly, and sometimes how subtly dogs communicate with us. During just about every consultation, I see the dog screaming in canine body language to have his needs and wants attended to, including asking for help to relieve the strong emotion of fear. Owners confound trainers when they report that “the …
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