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

Large and giant breeds have unique needs, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work.

The simplest way to easily track the weight and overall health of our pups begins with using the Body Condition Score (BCS).

There are plenty forms of “enrichment” that can be provided to decreased stress and boredom, increase a dog's confidence, improve impulse control and keep your dog both mentally and physically healthy.

It is important to train your dog to the muzzle and to maintain a positive association in case you ever do need to muzzle your dog for safety reasons. It begins with getting the dog to associate the muzzle with fun times. When you pull the muzzle out. We don’t want the muzzle to stress or frighten your dog, especially around other dogs, going to the groomer or vet visits.

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.

I don't want to put my dog in a crate either but troubles happen when the pup is unsupervised. Ways your pup feels versus the way you feel.

The use of cannabidiol-derived products is all the rage & i am frequently asked about my take on CBD & THC use on dogs.

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.

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