When a dog growls, barks, or avoids certain people or situations, many people rush to stop the behavior immediately. While it’s understandable to want a quiet, calm, and obedient dog, focusing solely on stopping the behavior without understanding why it’s happening can cause more harm than good. Behavior Is Communication Dogs don’t speak our...
You’ve probably heard someone say, “I feel silly talking to my dog.” But what if that small act of chatting with your pup could change your entire relationship—and help your dog feel safer, more confident, and better understood? Enter: The Mr. Rogers Hack. Inspired by the gentle wisdom of Fred Rogers, this approach takes...
When it comes to teaching and training dogs, success depends on being proactive, not reactive. Many dog owners unintentionally wait for unwanted behavior to happen before responding, but by that point, it’s often too late. The dog has already practiced the behavior, and now both human and dog are reacting to the situation rather...