A question I often hear is whether it’s “okay” to let a dog sleep in bed with you. The answer is deeply personal and varies widely. Many people love sharing their bed with their dogs, while others prefer not to—sometimes without knowing how to gently discourage their dogs from taking over the bed. Addressing Common…
Today, as I waited at home for a delivery, I found myself navigating a common challenge: managing my dogs’ excitement while ensuring a calm environment. Before the delivery arrived, both Rio and Deuce were crated in my office, as per our usual routine. When the knock on the door came, Rio immediately began barking, likely…
After a productive sheepherding session with Deuce, we returned home, and I got back to work in my office. Before long, I heard an unusual bark from him. Assuming he might be with John, whose office is on the opposite side of the house, I called out to check. John said Deuce wasn’t with him,…
In previous posts, I’ve discussed why the dominance model—the belief that dogs are pack animals in need of a “pack leader”—is not only flawed but also harmful to our canine companions. Today, I want to focus on an important aspect of dog behavior: the daily negotiations between them. Firstly, let me clarify that social dominance…
The early morning sun peeks through the curtains, casting a warm glow as I find myself still cocooned in the comfort of my bed. Eyes closed, I sense the presence of eager eyes fixated on me—a familiar morning routine with Rio, my spirited four-legged companion. A gentle whimper breaks the silence, and in a playful…
Struggling with dog issues at home is a common occurrence. But it does not have to be so! We first need to understand why our dog behaves the way it does. Secondly, we need a strategy to teach our dog, be it better manners, more confidence, or learning how to provide appropriate “legal outlets.” It…
Struggling with dog issues at home is a common occurrence. But it does not have to be so! We first need to understand why our dog behaves the way it does. Secondly, we need a strategy to teach our dog, be it better manners, more confidence, or learning how to provide appropriate “legal outlets.” It…
For some dogs impulse control at the front door is literally mission impossible. Rio is one of those dogs! Her impulse control in other circumstances such as waiting to be released to go after a toy is superb. The reason behind the lack of impulse control at the front door could be for a myriad…
Adding a new dog to your home could be one of the most challenging things you might have to do with your existing pup (s). But it doesn’t need to be so. If you plan ahead and follow a few simple rules, your dogs will stand a better chance of getting along and even becoming…
I often get asked if it is “okay” to sleep with a dog in bed. This is one of the issues that is actually quite personal. Some people – I would say most people, love sleeping with their dogs but other folks would rather not. And sometimes the “rather nots” do not know how to…