With fireworks and summer thunderstorms more frequent every day, it's important for dog parents to know how to protect their noise-sensitive dogs by recognizing the early signs of stress and taking appropriate action on their behalf.  

Fireworks are a unique source of anxiety and trauma...

Although dogs don't have the human version of "words", they're quite good at letting us know 

who they are...

what they feel...

and what they need from us.

But we often frustrate dogs by misunderstanding the meaning behind their messages.  In fact, we make their dog language mean what...

Some dogs are naturally more sensitive than others. And that's OK...as long as naturally shy quiet dogs can be themselves and still feel safe in the world. If that's your dog, protect their safe space and allow their authentic personality to shine.

Other dogs developed sensitivity after an...

Have you noticed that the fireworks season seems to start earlier every year? All that unpredictable noise and bright flashes can be terribly disturbing for dogs. Maybe that describes your dog...

Why do so many dogs panic at the sound of fireworks?

Why do they often make desperate attempts...

Looking for help to train your dog?

Let's face it. What's the first thing you do when you need answers? 

Google it!

Am I right?

So if you want an answer to training your dog to...let's say, stop barking too much or jumping on guests, ...why not just get a bunch of ideas off the...

My Vault of Doggie Goodies

I'm going to change things up a little for the month of December.  It's such a crazy month!  Agree? I thought so!!  Why not have a little fun?!

I have a few surprises planned for you all, so let's go! 

It's the season for giving, and so each...

Thankful For Dogs

I think most of us who live with dogs would agree that they give us lots of reasons to be grateful every day for their presence and companionship.

However, does gratitude go both ways?  

Some dog owners are convinced that their dogs owe them appreciation in return for...

Understanding your dog's overwhelm is a tough call.  When your dog is overwhelmed, you can restore calm as long as you take a thoughtful and informed approach.  

Think for a moment about what overwhelm feels like. When it happens to you, how are you most likely to react?...

Each of us has our own personal emotional bucket.  And so do our dogs.

When your bucket is full, you feel positive, confident, and productive. But when your bucket is empty, you feel drained and negative. 

So it is also with your dog.

 In How Full Is Your Bucket? by Tom...

Most dogs love a car ride.

Maybe it's because car rides mean that they get to be with you instead of staying home alone!

Yes, it's true that some dogs have trouble with a car ride - even a short one. However, the solution to that problem is a topic or a different day.  

When you put your trust in a dog trainer to advise you about educating a pet you care deeply for, you have a right to expect the same high standards as you would from any professional providing a service to a family member.

But dog trainers aren't licensed and they don't have to pass a...

When it seems like your dog is ignoring you, have you ever wondered if it's "selective hearing"?  Of course, that would suggest that your dog is ignoring you intentionally.  But why would a dog do that?

Let's ask the question another way. 

Is it fair to...