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We all love petting our dogs, and often they love to be petted. But especially if you have a sensitive dog, it's important to recognize when they need a break from petting.
Earlier, we talked...
Is your dog hesitant to enter their crate? Or maybe they'll go in, but don't like to stay there. Sometimes, adjustments to the crate itself can make a big difference to how comfortable your dog...
Do you a sensitive pup who is reluctant to go outside to pee? Or maybe they'll go out, but then get "stuck" across the yard and be afraid to come back inside?
In the video below I give 3...
Good dental health is so important to your dog's overall health. And brushing their teeth regularly is the best way to maintain your dog's teeth and gums. But how can you get your sensitive dog to...
Do you have a dog who gets suspicious and moves away if you approach with a bush, nail clipper, collar, or other dog-related item in your hand? In this video I show you 3 training steps you...
Dental disease and gum disease can cause pain, discomfort, and can negatively affect our dogs' overall health. Any kind of pain, including pain associated with dental issues, has the...
Do you have a fearful dog who is hesitant to move around the house? Do you find yourself dragging, picking up, or "herding" your dog around? If we want to build our fearful dog's confidence,...
We frequently get asked how to start "happy vet visits" with a dog who is afraid to enter the clinic. "Happy vet visits" don't involve any procedures or invasive handling. Instead, in a...
You've finally trained your fearful pup to have a collar, harness and leash put on them, and you're excited to take them on their first walk! How can you ensure these first walks...
Most of us assume that dogs like petting. But how do we know?
Dogs are individuals just like people are. Some love cuddling, and some don’t. And even the cuddliest...
This time of year, lots of people are posting photos of their dogs (or kids!) with Santa, or in cute little holiday outfits. For those of us with fearful or reactive dogs, these kind of...
Looking for a simple training game you can play with your fearful dog? The "Name Game" teaches your pup to look at you when you say their name. It's great for very fearful dogs...
