Embrace the Learning Curve Bringing a new puppy or dog into your life is an exciting and rewarding experience. But let's be real—it can also be overwhelming. You might find yourself questioning your every move, wondering if you are doing things right. Here's the...
Training a therapy dog is a rewarding journey filled with growth, learning, and meaningful connections. Whether the goal is to provide comfort in schools, medical settings, or public spaces, the path to accreditation involves careful planning, tailored training, and...
The Fine Line Between Dog Helper and Human Expectation Dogs are remarkable creatures. They assist humans in countless ways, from guiding the visually impaired to detecting medical conditions and providing comfort to those in need. Their abilities are nothing short of...
The Dog Barks, but the Caravan Moves On: A Lesson on Complaining An old Arab proverb says, “The dog barks, but the caravan moves on.” This simple yet profound saying serves as a reminder that, despite distractions and disruptions, life moves forward. The question is,...
I believe we can live a great life with our dogs by letting go of fairy tales—Rin Tin Tin, Max, 101 Dalmatians. Those stories are fiction. But Marley & Me? That can be real. How? By accepting reality, adapting to social and technological changes, and creating a...
When Does a Woman Become Convinced That a Man Truly Loves Her? What an important question! To start, here’s a thought-provoking question for the woman: Would you obey a husband who sacrifices, provides, and tirelessly does everything for you, day in and day out, until...
Meeting Your Dog’s Drive Needs: Lessons from Koda's Story Dogs, like Koda, often end up in rescue not because they are untrainable but because their previous owners didn’t fully understand what he needed. Koda was well-fed, healthy, and cared for in many ways....
In dog training, the dog trainer should never be more invested in the success of the dog than the dog owner for meaningful progress to occur. This is where the idea of "skin in the game" comes into play. But it goes deeper than just showing up for lessons. As a dog...
Paracelsus, a renowned physician and alchemist, once said, "Poison is in everything, and no thing is without poison. The dosage makes it either a poison or a remedy." This quote offers a profound perspective when applied to dog training, particularly on the...