There is so much misinformation out there about canine dental health.  I collected your questions from our Facebook group, and Dr. Niemiec of Veterinary Dental Specialties was generous enough to answe...

Dental disease and gum disease can cause pain, discomfort, and can negatively affect our dogs' overall health and wellbeing.  Any kind of pain, including pain associated with dental issues, has the po...

When was the last time your dog had a dental cleaning?  A proper one, with dental x-rays and anesthesia?  Why is this so important? Read on...

In honor of February being Pet Dental Health month, I'm of...

Do you have a fearful, feral, or shut-down dog who is too afraid to eat treats in your presence consistently, or at all? This is more common than you might think. 

Luckily, you can help your dog learn ...

Is your dog sometimes (or always!) timid or fearful around you or other family members? My dog Pancake was afraid of me for a long time, and it was so heartbreaking. It's difficult to work with your d...

Does your anxious or fearful dog need to be separated from visitors to your home, but they "freak out" when closed away in another room from you? My dog Pancake struggled with this issue, which made o...

Does your shy, anxious dog need to be separated from guests in your home? 

Often it's kindest to maintain space between your sensitive dog and visitors, but many dogs aren't comfortable suddenly findin...

If you have a fearful dog who is stressed when you have visitors, being able to give them a food toy to work on during holiday (or any!) gatherings can make them- and you- feel a lot better. But many ...

The holidays are a tough time for fearful dogs. Between disruptions to familiar routines and scary strangers coming and going, it's no wonder stress levels, and behavior problems, tend to skyrocket th...

Are you struggling to help your anxious or fearful dog feel safer and more confident? Maybe you've considered putting them on anti-anxiety medication, but you're worried drugs will turn your dog into ...

Did you know that scent-based (sniffing) games can be great for building your fearful dog's confidence? I recommend trying out Nose Work, Scent Work, or less formalized sniffing games for your dog bec...

Is your dog anxious outside of your home? Maybe they're especially nervous in new places? If this describes your dog, a mobile safe space might be a good option for them.

I usually talk about safe sp...