Koinonia Dogs’ Blog
One Thing I Wish All Dog Owners Knew
As a professional dog trainer, there’s a lot of information I’m eager to share with dog owners. It’d be tough for me to pick a single most important thing, but if I had to, this would be it.
How to Pick a Dog Harness
Not all harnesses are created equal. Some will help you and your dog, and some will just make things worse for you both. Here’s how to pick the best one.
When Behavior isn’t Just Behavior: Medication for the Anxious or Aggressive Dog
I once read that behavioral medication should not be a last resort for dogs. I couldn’t agree more.
Teaching a Dog to Enjoy Nail Trims
Does your dog dislike having his feet handled? Did you know you can teach your dog to enjoy these activities and even choose to participate in them?
How to Fix Destructive Chewing
Ah, chewing. The behavior problem that leaves your belongings in shreds and costs you hours in clean up and hundreds in repair and replacement.
How to Stop Leash Pulling
Fixing leash manners involves fixing attention. We need to get handler and dog moving together as a unit—speeding up and slowing down together.
Preventing Aggression in Puppies
The puppy you brought home is so adorable and sweet. As you dream of life together in the coming years, aggression is definitely not invited to the party.
Don't Exercise Your Puppy! (at least, not like you think)
“A tired dog is a good dog.” Right?