Roxy, a Great Dane has a fear of skateboarders. She is also uncomfortable around large dogs and hates to be patted on top of her head. Roxy has always growled at skateboarders, sniffed the ground when a large dog is near and ducked her head and licked her lips when Please Read More…
Does your dog become excited when you grab his leash, go to the treat cupboard or pick up his bowl? Dogs learn that these predict walks, treats, and meals. This is classical conditioning at work. You can teach your dog how to view the world positively. For instance: Touch his Please Read More…
Imagine finding yourself in a situation where you come face to face with the very thing that scares you the most. A room full of snakes or perhaps being locked in a very dark, enclosed space. Now imagine that a friend attempts to reassure you that all is fine, with Please Read More…
Dogs do not feel guilt and they don’t do things out of spite. But they do react with fear to displays of anger or frustration. Dogs are blissfully innocent. They can’t tell the difference between an expensive shoe or a chew toy. And they don’t know that they should potty Please Read More…
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