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Clicker training is a positive reinforcement method in which we use a small device that makes a clicking sound – the clicker – to mark...

Under normal circumstances we will survive our dogs. But the grief of losing them can begin long before they pass as they are aging or become terminally ill. Our dogs are the constant in our life, and we are afraid of the void we will feel when they’re gone. What are we going to do with all the extra time? How can we cope with losing our beloved friend and the fear of a life after? How do we navigate anticipatory grief? What Makes Anticipatory Grief so Difficult? There Is no

Dog training is so much more than teaching your dog to sit, stay, and come. It means teaching him how to live successfully in the human world. Training helps keep our dogs safe, provides them with much needed mental stimulation, and gives them a purpose. Have you ever seen the proud look on a dog’s face when he successfully performs a trick? Fun training sessions also strengthen the bond between you and your best friend. Training should begin the moment you first bring your d

Over the past few decades, we have seen a shift from aversive dog training methods to force-free, positive reinforcement training. Instead of punishing a dog for unwanted behaviors, we reward him for behaviors we like which will increase the likelihood that he will display these behaviors more frequently. Research has proven that positive reinforcement is the most effective and safest training method. It is a powerful training tool and certainly the kindest training method fo