When your dog barks at strangers, steals socks and bras, jumps up on people, or decides not to walk down the street with you, it’s easy to categorize it as “bad behavior”, but a change in dog behavior happens for a very real reason. Every dog behavior has a true […]
Separation Anxiety: How to Help Dogs Overcome the Fear
If you’ve ever adopted a rescue or shelter dog, you’ve likely seen the signs of separation anxiety in dogs. Of course, dogs from any background can struggle with this type of anxiety. Watching your dog panic when you leave is heartbreaking, and often leaves owners feeling trapped at home. We […]
How to Properly Meet a Dog (Because Almost No One Gets it Right)
Being allowed to meet a dog is one of life’s little joys. Cali (my dog) is, objectively, one of the cutest dogs around. She’s spotted and friendly, naturally social with dark eyes, and tends to draw attention wherever we go. In the two years, since she’s been in our life, […]