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Finding Peace between You and Your Dog ā€“ Family Dog Mediation, Learning Dog Radio, and more dog behavior dog trainer familydogmediation l.e.g.s. Aug 27, 2024

I founded The Learning Dog Academy with one purpose in mind—helping people and dogs live peacefully and joyfully. When I started training as a volunteer and early in my professional days, I really believed that training was the key. It turns out that I was wrong. Training is only one piece...

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Good, Tolerable, or Toxic: How Does Stress Affect Dogs? certified dog trainer dog behavior dog temperament dog trainer stressanddogs trauma in dogs Oct 26, 2023
 
 
 
Stress, it’s something to avoid. Right? It Depends.
As a trainer, I use the phrase “it depends” a lot. Working with humans and other species (dogs, cats, fish, chickens) I have a single goal: well-being for everyone. What works well for me may not...
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Got Doggie Problems? Hire the Right Trainer certified dog trainer dog trainer life with dog obedience Oct 26, 2023
 
 
 
I am a professional dog trainer and behavior consultant. Should you hire me? Maybe. Or maybe not. Before hiring a trainer, consider why you brought a dog into your family and what you imagine life will be like with a dog. Did you bring a dog home on impulse?...
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