A few weeks ago I was going for a walk. Suddenly a large dog came charging across the street and when it got close, it barked then moved away, came closer, barked and then moved away. Had I continued to walk, run away, flailed my arms, or moved toward it, the situation may very well have ended differently. I immediately stood still, slightly sideways to it and called to its owner across the street. She did come and get her dog fairly quickly but I hear about instances of off leash dog ‘attacks’ that resulted in injury, bites, severe fear or worse. It has prompted me to write about the topic. [Read more…] about Safety Tips If Approached By An Off Leash Dog
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Why A Dog Would Not Budge
Last week a client clipped her dog’s leash on his collar and proceeded to walk to the front door, only her dog just stopped midway through the living room and would not move. It was an opportunity to remind her – and all of you – that there is ALWAYS a reason for behavior. Yes, her dog did not want to walk closer to the front door but why? [Read more…] about Why A Dog Would Not Budge