When we think about teaching language to pre-school children, we often picture flashcards, repetition, songs, and simple instructions. When we think about teaching dogs, we picture cues, rewards, and consistency. At first glance, these two learning processes seem entirely separate. One involves human language and cognition; the other, animal behavior. But when we look...
Sharing food is a deeply human way of connecting. It makes sense that many dog guardians want to include their dogs in that ritual—especially when we’re cooking real, whole foods for ourselves. The question isn’t whether dogs can eat human food, but how to do it safely, intentionally, and in a way that supports...
Bringing a new dog into your home is exciting, hopeful, and often emotional. When you already have pets, that excitement can also come with uncertainty. How will everyone adjust? Will they get along? What if someone feels stressed, displaced, or overwhelmed? Just like people, animals experience change through their nervous systems. New smells, new...