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Dog Reactivity Chart: Navigating the Spectrum from Red Flags to Green Zones

Understand the spectrum of reactivity with this reactivity chart. Discover the importance of learning your dog’s body language and signals and how they stack up when it comes to dealing with reactivity. Introducing The Dog Reactivity Chart Having a dog reactivity chart can be super useful on your journey with helping your dog break through…

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My Dog Is Stressing Me Out: How a Stress Detox Can Help

Do you feel like screaming to the heavens “help my dog is stressing me out!” From pulling on the leash to barking at other dogs, frantic behaviors indoors and out, and struggling to settle down—if you’re feeling overwhelmed and nothing seems to work, a stress detox could be the solution. In this post, you’ll discover…

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Ditching the Bowl: 5 Reasons I’m Switching Back to Hand Feeding

This page contains product affiliate links. I may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links As life gets busier, it’s tempting to rely on bowl feeding for simplicity. But after observing a decline in my dog’s engagement, motivation, and overall well-being, I decided it was time to…

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How To Train a Dog That’s Isn’t Food Motivated: 5 Strategies To Build Drive and Motivation

Learning how to train a dog that isn’t food motivated can be tough, but it’s not impossible. Along with increasing food drive, you can use other methods of reinforcement to keep your dog engaged. In this post, you’ll discover five effective strategies for motivating a dog that isn’t food driven, including alternative rewards, using daily…

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What Happens If You Don’t Walk Your Dog? Understanding the Impact

As a dog owner, daily exercise is one of your key responsibilities. But life doesn’t always go as planned, leaving you wondering: what happens if you don’t walk your dog? In this post, I’ll explore the impact of skipping walks—whether it’s for a day or for extended periods—and the repercussions it can have on your…