AKC Breeder of Merit since 2011.
Like “a bridge over troubled waters” bridge behaviors help puppies find confidence through communication with their new family, and in a new environment. Using the beauty of operant conditioning to create confidence and adaptability to transitions. I’ve saved the most important for last because it’s really just THAT important. What is a bridge? For … Read More
Visit any Facebook group on dog care or training and you’ll find lots of questions from new puppy families. Many of these questions and concerns stem from, or are caused by, transition stress. Stress is often defined as a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances. In our … Read More
The other day someone asked me if I thought a German Shepherd was the right breed for their family and this got me thinking about why some owners do so well with this breed, while others do not. I certainly see a LOT of talk from fellow trainers on how many of their clients … Read More
