By The Grace of Dog Radio Show We can learn so much from each other.  Being a teacher or trainer, we gather information from our clients that make us better trainers. This week Ana talks past clients and shares some of the things she has learned from clients over the years. You can contact Ana Melara at 303-238-DOGS(3647) or visit Training With Grace www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show How are your on-leash skills and your off-leash skills with your dog? Is your dog impulsive and likely to run after bunnies, squirrels or blowing tumble weeds? Join Ana and her guest this week, Sue Brown. Ana and Sue will be discussing leash reliability and how to keep your dog checking in with you on walks and hikes. You can visit Sue's website - https://thelightofdog.com/ You can contact Ana Melara at 303-238-DOGS(3647) or visit Training With...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Ah the wonders of television….One second…naughty, ill mannered dog…the next, perfection, wonder dog.  Depending on what you’re watching, there is some behind the scenes information we are going to share with you.  Are we being kind? Are we working with a focused dog? Are we working with a shut-down dog? Join us this week as Ana discusses the challenges of dog training and the realities of helping train clients and their dogs. And you can view the video Ana...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Summer is rapidly approaching and with the warm weather comes fun outdoor activities like hikes, swimming and play dates. With all of these fun activities we want to make sure you are prepared for taking your dog out with you. What supplies will you bring on a hike? What do you need to beware of? Snakes, bees, bears etc? Tune in as Ana helps to prepare you for summer fun with your dog. You can contact Ana Melara at 303-238-DOGS(3647) or visit Training With...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Looking for a way to bond with your dog and build a stronger connection and relationship? Dog sports like Agility, FitPaws, nose work and Fly ball are all great activities you can do with your pet. Join Ana this week as she discusses dog sports with her guest, Rachel Laurie. Reach Rachel at http://agfdogtraining.com You can contact Ana Melara at 303-238-DOGS(3647) or visit Training With Grace  www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Everyone has neighbors, whether you live in an apartment, townhouse, condo or in a farmhouse. With a variety of backgrounds and influences we can run into conflict with our neighbors about our dogs. These conflicts can be over barking, property damage or sometimes neglect or abuse. Join Ana and her guest, Debra Hamilton as they discuss conflict resolution. You can learn here, more about Working with Debra   or contact her at 914-273-1085 You can contact Ana...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Springtime means Puppies! We believe it’s always fun to have a puppy around and we want to start you off on the right foot. Have you gotten your puppy yet? Are you shopping around for a puppy? Do you have your puppy and are you already up to your eyeballs in what not to do? Does your puppy chew on inappropriate things? Is your puppy having potty accidents in the house? Does your puppy mouth you or bite a little too hard sometimes?  Join Ana for this...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Does your furry friend bring on lots of questions? Do you wonder about how to train different cues or behaviors with your dog? If you have a question about your dog, this is the show for you. Ana will be answering all of your questions about training in a positive, gentle way. You can contact Ana Melara at 303-238-DOGS(3647) or visit Training With Grace  www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Ana welcomes Sue to the show to discuss the ways we can contribute to animal shelters and their resident animals. Visit Charlie's Place Shelter Many of us make our dog training choices based on what our parents have done in the past, what we see on TV or what others tell us to do. What would our dog’s behavior be like if we made our choices based on listening to our dogs and guiding them with gentle, praise-based methods of training? Visit Ana Melara at 303-...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show This week we shine the Spotlight on the Labrador Retriever. Do all labs jump up? Are labs obsessed with swimming and tennis balls? What qualities set the Labrador apart from other dogs? What is the best type of home for this beloved breed? Join Ana this week as she discusses the Labrador Retriever. Training With Grace: www.trainingwithgrace.com     www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Does your dog ever seem sore? Does your dog favor a certain body part or does he just not seem like himself? Have you ever wondered about chiropractic work for pets? Chiropractic can help your dog to feel better again and even change a bad attitude. Join Ana and her guest, Dr. Andi Harper as they discuss the benefits of chiropractic for animals. www.harpersridge.com Training With Grace: www.trainingwithgrace.com     www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Are you ready to send your hunting dog off to a board and train? Traditional hunting or gun dog programs usually involve punishment based training including the use of shock collars. Praise based, gentle methods are not common options in training hunting dogs. Join Ana and her guests, Thomas and Linda Aaron as they discuss Positive Gun Dog Training. Training hunting dogs with praise, fairness and gentle methods. www.fetchmasters.com  ...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Your dog talks to you with his body. He tells you what hurts. He tells you he’s uncomfortable. He tells you when he doesn’t like something. Do you want to communicate and understand your dog more effectively? Did you know that many dogs don’t particularly like eye-to-eye contact? Tune into Ana’s show this week and learn more about your dog’s body language. Training With Grace:    www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Does your dog avoid your toddler? Would you like your kids to be calmer and more respectful of the family dog? Did your child have a bad experience with a dog and you want to help them over come their fears? Would you like your kids to be more involved in your family dog training and care? Are you seeking to build a better bond and relationship with your family dog? Tune in this week as Ana talks about Kids and Dogs. You can find out more about Jorge here –...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show In the case of your untimely demise…are your pets cared for? Have you ever thought about what would happen to your pet in the case of an emergency? Who will take care of your pet if you’re injured? Tune in this week as Ana discusses Pet Estate Planning with Guest Debra A. Vey Voda-Hamilton. www.hamiltonlawandmediation.com   Training With Grace: www.trainingwithgrace.com     www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Many of us make our dog training choices based on what our parents have done in the past, what we see on TV or what others tell us to do. What would our dog’s behavior be like if we made our choices based on listening to our dogs and guiding them with gentle, praise-based methods of training? Join Ana and her Special Guest, her brother Jorge Melara, CPDT-KA - as they dis-spell the myths about this wonderful breed of dog and Jorge's inspiration to work with dogs....

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Does your dog guard his toys? Will your dog bite you if you try to take something away from him? Will your dog bully your other dog out of a coveted item? Has your dog growled at you for coming near his food bowl? Is this causing problems with another dog in the house or when you have guests over?  There is a way to restore the harmony and balance in your home. Join us this week as Ana covers the ins and outs of resource guarding. Training With...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show With so many different foods out on the market these days, how do I know what’s best to feed my dog? Everyone feeds dry food, right? Wet food, is that canned? Freeze dried, a raw diet? Can I mix it up? It can be confusing and overwhelming to pick the right food for your dog. Join us this week on our show on raw diets & nutrition with Ana’s special guest, Peggy Lange from Evanger’s Pet Food Company. www.evangersdogfood.com  ~ or email Peggy at ...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Is your dog truly great with people? Does your dog bring joy and happiness to others without even trying? Have you ever wondered about getting yourself and your dog involved in therapy work? Join Ana and her guest, Lori Hladik as they discuss therapy dogs and how you can contribute together. Training With Grace: www.trainingwithgrace.com     www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Do you avoid walking your dog? Do you wonder how to make walks more enjoyable? Does your dog pull? Is your dog easily distracted? Does your dog bark and become reactive to other dogs or people? Do you want to fix this already? Ana will answer these questions and more when she discusses Leash Manners. Training With Grace: www.trainingwithgrace.com     www.gracedog.com Email Ana at [email protected]  ~ or Phone at 303-238-DOGS (3647)  

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Do you have a burning question about your dog? Are you stuck on how to train your dog to do a skill? Have you and your dog been struggling on walks or greeting guests? This is your opportunity to Ask Ana. Ana will answer any dog training questions you have. Call in and Tune in! Training With Grace: www.trainingwithgrace.com     www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show What misconceptions or odd pieces of information have you gotten about dog training? Have you been told you should eat before your dog to show dominance? Have you ever heard that you should alpha roll your dog when they misbehave? Have you ever been told not to allow your dogs on the furniture because they will become dominant over you? Many people will give training advise with the intention to help. Often these pieces of advice can cause more trouble than...

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Join Ana this week as she discusses holiday challenges. How to manage the environment for your dog so they don’t become over stressed with guests coming over for holiday parties, keeping them out of foods that are toxic to them, and helping them stay calm during fireworks and loud noises associated with celebrations. Training With Grace: www.trainingwithgrace.com     www.gracedog.com

By The Grace of Dog Radio Show Join Ana and her special guest, Sue LeBarron. Sue is the Shelter Director of the Clear Creek County Shelter in Dumont Colorado. They will discuss the the animals and how they are affected in the shelter environment. They will discuss the various enrichment and training techniques that can be and have been implemented in the shelter to help the dogs learn skills and become more adoptable. Listen in to see how you can help. Training With...