Combing Through the Chaos (Part 3) Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
While conditioning methods are effective with puppies and some dogs, they can fall short when addressing behaviors common among adolescent or adopted dogs, and behaviors associated with anxiety and aggression. This does not mean that conditioning methods are, unto themselves, wrong, but, rather, that they have limitations, as do all methods! It is important to […]
Combing Through the Chaos~Drilling Deeper (Part 2)
Introduction Adolescent dogs, those approximately 6-24 months, are often described as defiant, bratty, elusive, and adolescent like, while adult dogs as stubborn and elusive. Studies show a decrease in bond, and an increase in unwanted behavior as puppies enter the adolescent stage. These studies, along with mainstream dog training, use exclusively Conditioning Methods, which brings […]
Dog Training Methods Combing Through the Chaos (Part 1)
If you are struggling with behavioral problems with your dog, especially with dogs over six of months of age, you are not alone! And, like many other dedicated pet parents, you begin to research trainers and methods to help you overcome these challenges, only to discover an overwhelming amount of information that is even more […]