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When “He’s Friendly” Isn’t Friendly: How to Deal with Off-Leash Dogs and Unaware Owners

When “He’s Friendly” Isn’t Friendly: How to Dea...

Dealing with off-leash dogs in leash-required areas can be stressful and even dangerous. Whether your dog is reactive, in training, or just not interested in saying hi, you have every...

When “He’s Friendly” Isn’t Friendly: How to Dea...

Dealing with off-leash dogs in leash-required areas can be stressful and even dangerous. Whether your dog is reactive, in training, or just not interested in saying hi, you have every...

“It’s Okay, He’s Friendly”  NO, It’s Not OK

“It’s Okay, He’s Friendly” NO, It’s Not OK

Just because your dog is friendly doesn’t mean it’s okay to let them rush up to others, especially in an on-leash area. Not all dogs want to say hi. Some...

“It’s Okay, He’s Friendly” NO, It’s Not OK

Just because your dog is friendly doesn’t mean it’s okay to let them rush up to others, especially in an on-leash area. Not all dogs want to say hi. Some...

How to Choose a Dog That Fits Your Lifestyle

How to Choose a Dog That Fits Your Lifestyle

Choosing a dog that doesn’t match your lifestyle is like trying to fit a round peg into a square hole. It’s not about fixing the dog—it’s about understanding what they...

How to Choose a Dog That Fits Your Lifestyle

Choosing a dog that doesn’t match your lifestyle is like trying to fit a round peg into a square hole. It’s not about fixing the dog—it’s about understanding what they...

Exercises to Teach Your Dog to Be Neutral Around Other Dogs

Exercises to Teach Your Dog to Be Neutral Aroun...

Parallel walking is one of the most underrated tools for building neutrality. It gives your dog the chance to exist around other dogs without the pressure to interact, just walk,...

Exercises to Teach Your Dog to Be Neutral Aroun...

Parallel walking is one of the most underrated tools for building neutrality. It gives your dog the chance to exist around other dogs without the pressure to interact, just walk,...

Teaching Your Dog to Be Bored: Why It’s One of the Best Things You Can Do

Teaching Your Dog to Be Bored: Why It’s One of ...

Teaching your dog to be bored isn’t about neglect, it’s about balance. Calm moments are just as important as exciting ones. When your dog learns to settle, they gain confidence,...

Teaching Your Dog to Be Bored: Why It’s One of ...

Teaching your dog to be bored isn’t about neglect, it’s about balance. Calm moments are just as important as exciting ones. When your dog learns to settle, they gain confidence,...

Dog-Friendly or Not? How to Plan Your Parks Canada Visit Right

Dog-Friendly or Not? How to Plan Your Parks Can...

Planning a Parks Canada Adventure with Your Dog? đŸŸđŸ Not all parks welcome pets, and with some offering free admission this year, it’s the perfect time to explore — if...

Dog-Friendly or Not? How to Plan Your Parks Can...

Planning a Parks Canada Adventure with Your Dog? đŸŸđŸ Not all parks welcome pets, and with some offering free admission this year, it’s the perfect time to explore — if...