One of the obstacles that many people with dogs run up against is finding the time or the desire to train, i.e. motivation. We humans like instant results. We have trouble seeing the benefit of doing something which will only result in changes far into the future (or what we perceive as being far into… Read More Motivate Yourself To Train Your Dog
We have lost another dog. AJ, our almost 12 year old Kuvasz stopped being able to walk on Saturday February 4th 2016, and then quit eating shortly after. We had the vet examine her and then said our goodbyes to loyal AJ. AJ had degenerative myelopathy, a progressive neurological disease. The house is sure quiet without… Read More No Labels On Older Dogs
This year has been a difficult one for our family. We lost Miranda unexpectedly in June, and then on July 10th we sent our beautiful Finn over Rainbow Bridge because of illness as well. The house is sure quiet without those two, even with the puppy here now. Of course things like this make you think about… Read More My Dog’s Bucket List
I often see dogs who have trouble with two things when playing the sport of disc. ONE: The dog can’t reliably catch the disc. TWO: The dog can’t reliably return with the disc. These are easy fixes if you do the work (like I always say). In my featured video this week I explain the… Read More Canine Disc Training – Starting Out
We all have busy lives. Some days we get worn out and have no energy left for anything enjoyable. This can occasionally include spending time with our dogs. I have this issue from time to time as well, but I don’t let it get me down when I can’t give my dogs all the attention they want. There… Read More What I Do When I Don’t Have Time To Spend Time With My Dogs
