Do Not Disturb
Parents, please teach your children about the Do Not Disturb sign above dogs that are sleeping and/or contained. Dogs that are sleeping can startle if touched and should be allowed to sleep in peace. Contained dogs (like a dog in a crate, behind a gate, on a tether, or other enclosed space) have no meansRead more “Do Not Disturb”
Kids: No Bear Hugs Please
Parents, please note, when it comes to helping your children build strong a strong relationship with their dog, it is important to remind them that big bear hugs make most dogs very uncomfortable – and NO ONE likes being around someone who makes them feel uncomfortable.
No Wild And Crazy Around Dogs
Parents, please do your part to help your child and your dog’s relationship to succeed. Teach your children that the place to be wild and crazy is away from your dog (and unknown dogs). If your dog (or a loose or leashed unknown dog) becomes overly aroused, movement will keep that arousal curve moving forward. KidsRead more “No Wild And Crazy Around Dogs”
Prevent Dog Bites
Parents, please remember, you have an important role to play in helping your children and your dog succeed…including preventing dog bites.
Your Dog Says, “No Head Locks Please”
Parents…I wanted to share another reminder that Dog Super Heroes avoid head locks and big bear hugs as that can make a dog feel very uncomfortable – and past experiences build future associations. Instead of a head lock, your child can sit beside or in front of your dog, careful not to loom over yourRead more “Your Dog Says, “No Head Locks Please””
Six Books For Kids On Dogs
If you have a child and a dog, these books are colorful, well written and packed with important lessons on being a dog super hero.
Impact of Good Moments
Parents, please remember. Past experience is how animals learn. Every interaction between your child and your dog teaches your dog whether or not to feel good about being near your child. Dogs may tolerate bear hugs but they do not enjoy them. This dog’s open mouth, relaxed body muscles, and posture (close to the childRead more “Impact of Good Moments”
A Game To Teach Self Control
The Red Light, Green Light game uses play and exercise to build skills of self-control in your dog. It is a ton of fun for both you and your four legged friend. A pre-requisite for this game is to first work on teaching your dog controlled behaviors such as sit or down. This is aRead more “A Game To Teach Self Control”
Supervising Kids With Dogs Is Not Enough
There is so much written out there about the benefits to kids of having a dog. And, for the majority of families who are reading this, you know this first hand. I know I do. Growing up, I had a very special relationship with our poodle. As a trainer, however, I also now see situationsRead more “Supervising Kids With Dogs Is Not Enough”
Join Me At The Paw Joggers Run
I am so looking forward to the Paw Joggers Rescue Run on October 18, and hope you will join me.