Is your dog scared of strangers?
Many dogs react fearfully when they see or are approached by someone they don’t know. Gentle behaviour modification can help calm those fears, boost...
Teaching your dog the “Name Game”
Want to challenge your dog's mind? See how many objects you can teach her to identify by name!
Who doesn’t love dog tricks? They’re such...
What do our dogs learn from watching us?
Your canine companion picks up on more than you might think! Here's what dogs learn from watching us.
From a dog’s point of view, the...
Understanding canine eye contact
Does your dog ever make sustained eye contact with you? Discover the meaning behind his gaze.
Does your dog stare into your eyes? A new...
How to choose a dog training class
Know what to ask and look for when choosing the right training class for you and your dog.
Most of us recognize the importance...
Why do dogs tilt their heads?
Does your dog tilt his head when you talk to him? Here's why.
Many people report that when they talk to their beloved canines, the...
Party tricks to teach your dog
Teaching your dog tricks adds fun, exercise and mental stimulation into his daily routine!
People love to watch dogs perform tricks. And while not every...
Oops! 12 mistakes most dog parents make
As dog parents, we strive to do the best for our canine companions. But we may overlook or misunderstand some aspects of canine care....
Walk without pulling
Walk without pulling means just what it says. While your dog is on a leash, he can go ahead of you, behind you, or...
Can dogs read faces?
Dogs can discern different facial expressions and actually study faces much as we do, according to research published in Plos One.* Scientists used gaze-tracking...
How does your dog behave when you’re out?
“Ever wonder what pets do when we’re not home?” This tagline from the animated movie The Secret Life of Pets poses a question we...
How to car train your dog
As soon as you get ready to leave the house, your dog wants to tag along. Many of your trips together will include a...
Why dogs stretch
Pay close attention to how your dog stretches. Does he do both “upward dog” and “downward dog”? Is the depth of the stretch equal...
4 top behaviours every dog should know
Training your dog starts with knowing the most important things to teach him. “Stay”, “come”, “leave it”, and “heel” top the list of behaviours...
Why dogs shake off
How often does your dog shake off? Is it a full body shake or just the neck and upper body?
Our dogs are smarter than...
Can dogs learn by just watching and listening?
At a small reception following a talk I gave on dog communication, one of the university hosts introduced me to a developmental psychologist who...
How to crate train your dog
A crate is the perfect place for your puppy or dog to sleep and spend quiet time.
It can be his personal property and a...
How to train your puppy not to jump on you
Puppies and puppy breath are two of my favourite things in life. A happy and healthy puppy is full of life, fun and energy....
Bringing up baby: training tips for your new pup
Advice on potty training, chewing, walking and more!
That sweet face, those adorable kisses, that unmistakable puppy breath! A new puppy brings so much joy...
Dos and don’ts of doggie travel etiquette
Do you travel? Chances are, you’re planning to take your furry friend along with you.
Whatever your destination, you’ll most likely find at least one...
4 essential rules for the dog park
Whether your furbaby is a seasoned socialite or new to hanging around other dogs, here are 4 essential rules you need to know before...
5 tips for dog bite prevention week
Each year, dogs bite more than 5 million people in the U.S. and Canada. This is an astounding statistic, but it is also one...
Making a splash with Dock Diving
Calling all water babies! If your dog enjoys the water, Dock Diving, aka Dock Jumping, might tick all the boxes for you and your...
Give Treibball a try!
Sometimes referred to as urban herding, Treibball (pronounced “try-ball”) combines herding and obedience, but instead of using live animals like sheep or ducks, participants...
Sniffing out fun with Nose Work
No matter what size or shape, dogs everywhere love to catch a scent. Nose Work, a relatively new sport on the scene, provides a...
Guide and Service Dogs are everyday heroes
Canines can be more than companions; every year, thousands of people are helped by service dogs who offer support for people with disabilities, veterans with...
Are you greeting your dog correctly?
Scientific studies reveal how our dogs feel about the way we are greeting them.
Sooner or later, it seems science gets around to answering those...
3 steps to off-leash training
Safety and reliable recall are the two most important factors when training your dog off-leash.
Letting your dog off-leash is fun and exhilarating for both...
Solutions for growling dogs
Q. My two shelties (age three and one) are very gentle and friendly towards strangers. They are also well trained and can perform many...
How to turn around a fussy eater
Fussy dogs can drive us crazy. We might try 20 different foods, we beg and cajole…but sometimes nothing seems to work.
While most dogs eat...
