Introducing Clancy to the Kennel
Clancy was rescued from an abandoned kennel in the desert, surrounded by shotgun shells. He struggles with fear issues still, nearly...
These Pups' Pool Party: Full of Teachable Moments!
Today, I reintroduced Fred and Moku to Aussie Molly -- Moku's neighbor. They had all met once before, when Fred was still fresh off the...
Fred & Moku: Desensitization and Counterconditioning in the "Real World"
When dog trainers talk "desensitization and counterconditioning for fear based reactivity and aggression"...they are, in a very real and...
What IS "Dog Training", Anyway?
Ask 100 trainers this question, and you'll get 100 different answers. I've always found the term somewhat limiting. It sort of implies a...
Partners For LIFE!
The benefits of canine intervention in so many activities with children are well-documented. Dogs in library programs motivate kids to...
Moku's Very Busy Wednesday
Daily CHALLENGE & ACTiViTY Summary Dog’s name: Moku Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2015 Physical Fitness Moku killed his workout today!...
Moku's Daily Wrap-Up
Daily CHALLENGE & ACTiViTY Summary Dog’s name: Moku Date: Wednesday, September 16th, 2015 Physical Fitness Today, when I came to the...
On Your Moku...Get Set...GO!
I was lucky enough to meet this butterball of love when he was just a four month old, roly-poly chocolate puppy. The moment I laid eyes...
Service Dogs & Air Travel
There is more than meets the eye to a well-behaved service dog sitting quietly at an airport ticket counter. Pre-travel preparations --...
A Shout Out to the Kids
When it comes to service dog etiquette, I need to give a shoutout to the kids! The girl pictured here is eight year-old Abby; she...
