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What REALLY Makes Puppies Special – Part 2
The 7 Most Important Things to Teach a Young Puppy In last month’s article, we covered 4 out of the 7 most important things to work on with a young puppy: socialization, separation, handling, and comfort with sharing. Today, let’s … Continue reading
What REALLY Makes Puppies Special (Hint: Think of a Sponge)
The 7 Most Important Things to Teach a Young Puppy We all agree that puppies are unbelievably cute, but there’s much more to their early days than just the devastating looks. Their young age represents a special opportunity for dog … Continue reading
How Do I Change a Dog’s Behavior – Part 2
Behavior Problem-Solving 101 (continued) Last month we began discussing the art and science of training a dog to change their actions (behavior modification). If you haven’t read the first part of this article yet, or want a review, check it … Continue reading
How Do I Change a Dog’s Behavior?
Behavior Problem-Solving 101 Every dog owner, even those madly in love with their dog (all of us), probably sees at least one behavior that they would like to change in their beloved pet. The art and science of training a … Continue reading
CATCH Director Teaching at Shelter Pro Education Series
Behavior Workshop for Dog Shelter Staff & Volunteers If you are a volunteer or staff member at a shelter in the NJ-NY-PA region, come out for a great day of studying dog body language with CATCH School Director, David Muriello, … Continue reading
CATCH Graduate Wins the APDT Brochure Contest
Congratulations to Gabrielle Kelly, CCDT Gabrielle, a graduate of the CATCH Master Class, recently attended the Association of Professional Dog Trainers Conference in Dallas and won the Brochure Contest for her business, The Good Mannered Dog. Gabrielle’s brochure highlights her … Continue reading
Biting Puppies – How Do You Stop Them?
Are You Rewarding Biting (by accident)? Anyone who has ever raised a puppy has experienced the bite marks and torn sleeves that little snapping jaws leave in their wake. Pups of every shape, size and breed will bite at your hands, clothing, … Continue reading
No Time = No Love?
Strengthening the Bond with Your Dog in a Busy World (How to make quality time count.) We all love our dogs. How could you not adore that wagging tail and panting smile that always seems to say, “you’re the best” … Continue reading
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