By Lindsay Root, CPDT-KA Resource guarding is tough enough when there is only one dog. Adding in another dog can bring double the trouble. Resource guarding, also known as possessive aggression, is the use of aggressive behavior or threatening behavior when in possession of or when attempting to gain control of something they have deemed … Continue reading When Two Dogs Resource Guard
By Cassi Bee, CPDT-KA Of course, we know our dogs need to eat, potty, sleep, and socialize a bit! However, if we dig a little deeper, and take a look at the day-to-day experiences they have, it’s important to see if we’re working to meet each of their canine needs. Otherwise, we’re tossing some kibble … Continue reading Meeting Your Dog’s Natural Needs
by Elizabeth Silverstein Debbie Larsen knew from the photo. She’d finally moved into a Philadelphia apartment where she could get a dog, and she found pictures online of a sweet lab mix being fostered by a family in New Jersey. “She had really personable eyes that really caught my attention,” Debbie explained. “I reached out … Continue reading They’re Both Really Great Dogs: Spotlight on Lindy and Evie Larsen
by Elizabeth Silverstein Lindy Barocchi owned Dobermans and even a Brittany Spaniel before she brought home a poodle. She didn’t know much about poodles. “I wasn’t going to get a poodle,” she explained. “I was going to look for a different type of dog. I ended up gravitating towards poodles basically because they’re so smart.” … Continue reading She is Sweet, Extremely Smart, and She’s a Clown: Client Spotlight on Olivia Barocchi
By Emily Kane Spring is around the corner, which means more outdoor time and activities with our dogs. “Great,” perhaps you say, “I’ve been training my dog all winter – he’ll be a perfect angel outside!” Unfortunately, dogs don’t generalize as well as humans do. For humans, two plus two equals four, whether we’re at … Continue reading Spring into Action