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Are you overwhelmed with your dog’s barking, jumping, pulling on leash? From shy dogs to aggressive dogs, I am here to help. You and your dog deserve less stress, more joy and expert advice for fear, reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety, and all the dog training basics. I coach dog parents to use force-free, positive reinforcement training methods to improve life with their dogs.
Shy dog? Read this!
Did you recently adopt a shy dog? I’ve specialized in working with shy dogs for over a decade; volunteering in a shelter, teaching group dog training classes and coaching private dog training clients. Here are some tips for helping your shy dog.
Gear tips from a dog trainer: long lines
A long line is a tool that can be useful for training, management and enrichment for many dogs. Learn how to use one and how your dog’s behavior can benefit.
Make your dog training habits stick
As the new year kicks off, many of us feel an energy for making change. Here are some dog training tips to help you commit, avoid burnout and make the changes you want to see with your dog.
Dog-proof your holidays
Holidays may mean a change in routine, new visitors to the home, people staying for extended periods, higher numbers of visitors in the home, and gatherings with large spreads of food like the one in the picture above being scoped by the puppy.
Calling all parents of shy dogs
Does your dog cower, hide, or bark at people during walks? Many dogs experience fear around strangers. As a professional dog trainer in San Francisco, I often work with shy dogs. Here are my tips for creating positive associations with people to build your dog's confidence.
Muzzles for Dog Safety
Whether your dog has a bite history, a penchant for consuming hazardous items on walks, or your vet has requested it, wearing a muzzle can help keep your dog safe. Thinking about introducing your dog to a muzzle? Here are my top tips:
Stop your dog’s barking & lunging
A reactive dog is an upset dog, and to change the behaviors of barking and lunging, we have to address the emotions driving them. Here are some powerful tips for doing just that:
Want your dog’s attention on walks?
Do you wish your dog paid more attention to you on walks?
Here are some tips to increase connection & focus and improve your relationship with your dog on walks.
Up your Treat Game
Use food in dog training creatively and strategically to get the most out of your training sessions. Choose food that your dog finds delightful. It’s important to know what your individual dog loves, not just what you think a dog should like.
Baby Gates aren’t just for babies. They can prevent jumping up, cat chasing and dog bites.
Are you worried about your dog's behavior with a cat, another dog in the home or visitors? Using barriers such as baby gates, ex-pens and closed doors can bring so much relief!