Sep 2, 2023 | Aggression-Reactivity, Behavior- misc, Fears & Phobias
One morning about a year ago, after a ferocious clap of thunder, my border collie, Decker, reminded me of the power of classical conditioning. Many of us know the story of how Ivan Pavlov in 1902 showed how classical conditioning can be used to make a dog...
Jul 9, 2023 | Aggression-Reactivity, Behavior- misc, Blog, Body language, Fears & Phobias, Training Skills
What is reactivity? We hear the word, reactive or reactivity bandied about as it applies to dogs, but what does it really mean? Reactive dogs become over aroused and will overreact to common stimuli in their environment. They may be unable to control their escalating...
Jun 19, 2023 | Aggression-Reactivity, Behavior- misc, Blog, Body language, Fears & Phobias
You can help your dog change his fearful behavior. Check out our 8 tips. I was out recently and saw a dog that was obviously scared, though his pet parent was totally unaware. It brought up a memory of the time I worked with an adorable 7-month old Australian...
May 29, 2023 | Behavior- misc, Blog, Fears & Phobias, Training Skills
How do you get your dog to listen? Should your dog fear or respect you? Are they different? By Dr. Lisa Radosta The other day, I saw Sam, a German Shorthaired Pointer, who has separation fear. When the pet parent comes home each day, she yells at Sam for the...
Apr 5, 2023 | Behavior- misc, Blog, Training Skills
“No” is not an instructive way to change your dog’s behavior. There are better alternatives. I move toward the table, savoring the aromas from the food on my plate. I sit down and take the first bite of my yummy slice of pizza. Suddenly, someone screams,...
