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Monthly Archives: October 2010
Learning to Walk
Teaching your dog (especially your big dog) to walk on leash can be one of the hardest things you will ever do. Walking is hard, because it is a lengthy behavior. “Sit” or “Down” is easy, your dog either does … Continue reading
Posted in Methods
Tagged collar, Gentle Leader, Halti, lead, positive reinforcement, training, walking
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Dogs Can Bite
All dogs can bite. In fact anything with teeth can bite and probably will at some point in their life. Its simply a matter of how far they have to be pushed before biting is the reaction you get. But are … Continue reading
Posted in Animal Welfare, Book Reviews
Tagged aggression, dog attacks, dog bite, dog bite statistics, training
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Off Leash Play: what’s ok at the dog park?
Spring is in full force now and Summer is comming up fas,t I think it is time to talk about dog behavior in dog parks. As my puppy grew I would frequently take him to a puppy socialization group. He … Continue reading
Posted in Activites
Tagged behavior, calming signals, dog park, dog play, socialization
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2011 SPCA fundraising Calendar!
Just a quick post today! I wanted to show everyone the calendar I designed for the Wellington SPCA. All proceeds benefit the Wellington (Newtown and Kapiti) SPCA. They are selling for 25.00 and you can get yours at either SPCA … Continue reading
