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Rethinking The Finicky Dog

Most dogs aren’t picky eaters – they are well known for big appetites, but “most dogs” doesn't mean all dogs. So what to do when your dog is

What's The Right Breed Of Dog For You?

With countless dog breeds to choose from, how will you choose which breed is right for you... or will you simply make your choice based on '

The Flawed 'Alpha Wolf' Theory

The term 'Alpha Wolf' is a product of research conducted on captive wolves over 60 years ago, and has overlapped onto the relationships we h

The Dominance Theory Myth

Despite advancements in our knowledge of canine behaviour, outdated theories still exist. As it relates to human-canine relationships, Domin

Children In The Dog Park

The purpose of an off-leash dog park is to provide dogs (not children) with the space and freedom of movement to exercise and socialize free

People Don't Praise Their Dogs Enough

Sometimes it's really hard not to generalize, but I do feel the need to generalize right now by saying, "People don't praise their dogs enough!" I find that people are much more likely to admonish their dog for doing something deemed to be 'wrong', than praising their dog for showing desirable behaviour or doing something 'right'. Sadly, that just seems to be human nature. Regardless, how is your dog going to figure out that she did well (and that you'd like her to keep doing that good thing) if you're not providing a positive response? Praise To Reinforce Desirable Behaviour Let's say your dog successfully learned a new cue or skill, but over time you start to wonder whether she actually le