Posts tagged dog behavior
Shy, Fearful, and Reactive Dogs Part 2
Shy, Fearful, and Reactive Dogs Part 2

As dog owners, we often encounter challenges when our canine companions exhibit fear or reactivity. Whether it's shyness around strangers or aggression towards other dogs, these behaviors can be difficult to manage and can even put our pets and others at risk. In this 2nd part of our 2 part podcast, we'll address fear and reactivity in dogs, drawing insights from experienced trainers Laura Bourhenne and Kim Rinehardt.

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dog reactivity, dog training, dog training podcast, dog behaviorLaura Bourhennedog training, fear and reactivity, sub threshold, shyness, aggression, professional trainer, desensitization, behavior modification, socialization, fear aggression, dog behaviorComment
Advocating For Your Dog
Advocating For Your Dog

When we choose to be caretakers of animals we make a contract with them. That contract says you will not put your dog into an uncomfortable/unnecessary situation. What we mean by that is if we are in public with our dogs and somebody wants to pet or interact with your dog, it is your duty to know your dog well enough, and read your dog’s body language to determine if he is comfortable with the person and wants to be petted.

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dog reactivity, dog behavior, dog training, dog training podcastLaura BourhenneDog advocacy, dog comfort, body language, dog-human interaction, dog parks, dog training, dog reactivity, dog safety, dog behavior, dog socialization, dog handling, dog protection, dog advocacy strategies, dog training techniques.Comment
Is Your Dog Friendly?
Is Your Dog Friendly?

Such a simple question with a not so simple answer. As Laura & Kim discuss this topic, you’ll hear why just blurting out “yes” may not be the best option. No matter how friendly your dog is under normal circumstances, there may be situations when he isn’t comfortable having a stranger pet or interact with him...

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dog training, dog behaviorLaura Bourhennefriendly dog, petting new dogs, is your dog friendly, Dog behavior Dog friendliness Social interactions Dog body language Canine etiquette Dog training Petting dogs Stranger interactions Dog aggression Dog safety Canine socialization Polite dogs Dog communication Understanding dogs Asking permission Responsible pet ownership Dog-friendly misconceptions Public perception of dogs Dog bite prevention Dog-human interactions, dog behavior, dog friendliness, social interactions, dog body language, canine etiquette, dog training, petting dogs, stranger interactions, dog aggression, dog safety, canine socialization, polite dogs, dog communication, understanding dogs, asking permission, responsible pet ownership, dog-friendly misconceptions, public perception of dogs, dog bite prevention, dog-human interactionsComment