Before ~N~ After Dog Training
                    Canine Behavior Consultant in Connecticut

Fireworks cause dogs to hide, drool, shake and refuse to potty outside. Help your dog get throught the 4th of July.

Mimicking - Dogs are amazing... Studies show that dogs sometimes respond to a human's yawn with a yawn of their own! Dogs are one of the only species that have the capacity for contagious yawning and mimicking states of consciousness... (Check out the research here) There is also some really great research on dog's and their capacity for Empathy. Check that out here.

The best thing we as pet owners can do is prepare our dogs for the holidays and help them learn the skills to be well adjusted and successful when the chaos comes. Here are the TOP TRAINING AND MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON.

hile the gold standard is to train and proof behaviors until you have a reliable dog, many dog's can get spooked and flee regardless of training. That is why for some households certain dogs just benefit from wearing a remote tracker.

Crate training for puppies and older dogs can dramatically help with many of the behaviors that you may be struggling with.

What to do with the pup during and after a break up. It is stressful and difficult

social distancing has affected many pups

I had 2 Consultations today which both presented with generalized Anxiety and Fear. Their behavior plans are extensive but here is a bit of information in case you or someone you know has a pup that is fearful or anxious. Some of the most common causes have to do with: 1. Breed - Certain dog breeds are prone to anxiety. If you have a breed that tends to be anxious, suffer from separation anxiety or becomes fearful you may be looking at a time commitment to training and learni

Health conditions presenting as behavioral problems.

Thinking about getting a puppy this Christmas?