Monthly Archives: April 2011

DancingDogs Now on Facebook!

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Marika S. Bell

http://www.facebook.com/#!/DancingDogs Hope you all come at take a look, it is a good way to keep updated on my blogs, and dogs that are looking for adoption at the Wellington SPCA. I look forward to your comments and feedback! -Marika

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Living Without Fear

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Marika S. Bell

I have recently been reading about anthrozoology in Hal Herzog’s book, Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat, as the subject of the human-animal relationship has always been one that I felt carried a lot of meaning. I … Continue reading →

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Understanding Premack

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Marika S. Bell

Many people get frustrated when they want there dog to do something and the dog just doesn’t seem interested. It may be that they are stressed from over training or they really would rather be doing something else! The Premack … Continue reading →

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The #1 Issue- Walking on lead

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Marika S. Bell

I think the picture really sums this one up! So many dogs have trouble walking on lead. Lead walking is a complicated skill with a lot of moving parts, so its no wonder dogs have so much trouble with it! … Continue reading →

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