Articles tagged: dog behavior
Pets: Dog bites are preventable if you understand the causes of them, and know how to stay safe
Posted: May 25, 2012A frequent conversation that I have with someone who contacts me for the first time to care for their pet involves a lot of dialogue about their dog's behavior, and the better part of it ... Read more »
Pets: Michigan-based trainer teaches dogs to hone their instincts with Nose Work
Posted: May 21, 2012The landscape of sharing life with a dog today is very different than it used to be. We’re understanding more about behavior, the needs of a canine and how to give them the best life ... Read more »
Pets: Dog parks are an excellent option, but an inherent responsibility comes with using them
Posted: May 15, 2012The nice weather here in Michigan never seems to last long enough, and for that reason, we all want to get outdoors as much as we can. With that premise in mind, those of us ... Read more »
Pets: Researchers get a glimpse into the canine brain in hopes to better understand dogs, humans
Posted: May 09, 2012In working with dogs everyday, a lot of my time is spent trying to figure out what these creatures are thinking, what will make them happy or what will motivate them. I think that a ... Read more »
Pets: Can human body language be misleading to dogs - and does it inhibit the process of training?
Posted: Apr 29, 2012If you've shared life with a dog for any length of time, it's likely that you have discovered that they are in tune with what you're doing — even looking for non-verbal cues as to ... Read more »
4th skunk with rabies found in 6 months on Ann Arbor's west side
Posted: Feb 13, 2012A dog's skirmish with a skunk last week on Ann Arbor's west side took a serious turn Monday when the pet's owners learned that the wild animal had rabies. Read more »
Pets: Walking your dog in winter has inherent risks, but simple rules can make it safer
Posted: Dec 05, 2011We're heading into the harsh winter weather here in the Ann Arbor area, and we've swapped our lightweight coats for heavier ones, and pulled out the hats and gloves in recent weeks. The snowy mess ... Read more »
Pets: Does your dog's choice of sleeping position have any significance?
Posted: Nov 08, 2011Many of us have seen it: our beloved canines happily sound asleep with their tummy exposed and paws up. It seems a bit counter-intuitive when you see a pet doing it, since in the wild, this ... Read more »
Pets: Welcoming a new dog into the family is exciting, but selecting the right breed is essential
Posted: Aug 29, 2011Julia and Toshi Fifteen years ago, I tried to buy a Pomeranian. You know the fuzzy five-pound dogs that look like little foxes? I began calling breeders. And calling breeders. And calling breeders. After one year ... Read more »
Pets: Dogs who counter surf need another job
Posted: Aug 15, 2011We had the most wonderful dog in the world. Her name was Beisha, a Portuguese Water Dog. One evening my husband and I came home from dinner, and found an empty plastic bag on the ... Read more »
Pets: Walking your dog on a leash properly takes the right tools
Posted: Aug 04, 2011Even though July has come to a close, I wanted to include a special feature to round out dog training month. A topic that I'm most frequently asked about is equipment. I don’t know about ... Read more »
Pets: July is Dog Training Month: What will you challenge your pooch to do this month?
Posted: Jul 25, 2011Hi and welcome to July! A fun fact — did you know that July is dog training month? Based on that happy news, let’s use July as a checklist for you and your canine companion. ... Read more »
pets: Questions to ask yourself before adopting or rescuing a dog
Posted: Jul 15, 2011Sue called me excitedly last week: “Julia I just adopted a new puppy from a foster home — I’d like it if you could come over and help assess him and then give me some ... Read more »
Pets: Excessive barking due to separation anxiety can be daunting, but a simple approach might help end it
Posted: Jun 07, 2011Dogs bark for many reasons — they want to go out; they’re asking for attention; they want you to throw their ball; or “Look! Someone is at the door!” Or maybe they see another dog ... Read more »
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