We've heard for years the health benefits of eating eggs but you may not realize how good an egg is for dogs!  Takeaways: Why is it so good? How do I feed it to my dog? How often do I feed it to my dog? Question: What is the best way for my dog to gain confidence around strangers? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code VERMONT Join Ian's Private Coaching Group Canine Initiative

Many dog owners struggle with trying to get their dogs inside. Sometimes you get that look from your dog as they "think" about what they should do. Here is how I handle it. Takeaways: Look at it from your dog’s view What does inside represent How to re-work this Question: What should I do about my Chihuahua that stops walking while I’m taking her for a walk. I pick her up and go home but I don’t want to do that forever. Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology...

When a client walks in and says "I've tried everything" I know right where they are going with it. They are struggling but guess what? So is the dog.  Takeaways: What this means to me What is really going on How you can reset Question:  What can I do about a dog that just doesn’t want to bond with me? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code VERMONT Join Ian's Private Coaching Group

Insufficient stimulation in dogs can lead to the development of undesirable behaviors, and it's our responsibility as pet owners to provide them with adequate mental and physical exercise to reduce such behaviors. Takeaways: Destruction & Aggression What can happen Long-term effects Question: I have 2 golden retrievers and often we have the same off leash dog run up to us with excitement that’s way over the top. One of my dogs wants to calm it down and it can get very intense. The...

Not only should we be fulfilling our dogs physically but also mentally. Obstacle courses are a great way to do this, but without intensity.  Takeaways:  Why make my dog go through it? How it helps your relationship with your dog Fine tuning leash skills Question: Changes in routine can change your dog’s behavior Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code VERMONT Join Ian's Private Coaching Group

This is an intriguing conversation to have. Do we need to reward our dog for a behavior that we expect? Give this one some thought! Takeaways: What is expected behavior? Training still needs to happen The importance of when to reward Question:  I have a dog that is always excited and she doesn’t like going on walks, can you help?  Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code VERMONT             

There's nothing like saying goodbye to our beloved dogs. It can be a difficult and painful situation and everyone grieves differently.  Takeaways: Tough times for humans Tough times for dogs, behaviors can change How long to grieve before you get another dog Question: Any time I go somewhere new with my dog he goes crazy when he gets our of the car, what can I do? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code VERMONT

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Do you know what your dog does while you are at work? Remember that while we are gone our dogs can pick up bad habits when left unsupervised. Takeaways: What this looks like How intense it can become How we can fix it Question:  When my dog sees another dog on a walk he will start to walk slowly and get down on his belly. What does that mean?          Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Coupon Code PODCAST Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code...

As dog owners it is important to know how to read nutrition labels. We all know the first ingredient listed is the most abundant but you may not know this one issue with labels. Takeaways: The REALITY of the ingredients list 1st 4 ingredients should be meat If 2nd-4th is not meat then dogs are getting mostly grains Question:   My dog will throw her hips and back end at another dog during play, is that okay? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Coupon Code PODCAST Romng Poop Bags...

Most people believe that if they tell their dog something once, the dog will retain that information for the rest of his/her life. It couldn't be further from the truth.  Takeaways: What repetitions do for your dog What repetitions do for you Why we approach it this way Question: What can I do about my dog who doesn't seem to have an off switch. He has a high level of obedience but doesn't know how to settle down.  Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Coupon Code PODCAST Romng Poop...

I hear the words jealousy and attention during lessons but what if it's more about rules and boundaries than it is about jealousy and attention? Takeaways: Our definition of attention Dogs ask for it by invading our space How we can provide structure around it Question: How can I stop my dog from going nuts when someone knocks on our door? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Coupon Code PODCAST Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code VERMONT  

Dogs are ALWAYS moving forward except for a couple of exceptions. This is why recall and waiting are important. Takeaways: Dogs move forward for everything they desire or want Times when I see them back up The importance of making them wait Question: My dog plays fetch for about 2 minutes and then stops, why is that? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Coupon Code PODCAST Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG Cynology Warehouse Coupon Code VERMONT

Am I saying it's not okay to hug your dog? No, but please be aware of a dog's personal space just like we want them to be aware of our space. Takeaways: Why are we doing this? Be aware of space The right timing of it Question: My dog goes crazy when I get the vacuum cleaner out of the closet. Is there anything I can do to help him? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Coupon Code Podcast Romng Poop Bags Coupon Code VERMONTDOG  

I don't teach a dog to give me eye contact to avoid a stimulation as I feel that it creates avoidance. Instead I want to teach the dog how to accept the stimulation. Takeaways: During stimulations Why it’s done What should be done Question: My dog barks at everything and the hair on his back stands up, is he aggressive? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB SAVE50

As dog owners this is one of the most common frustrations that we encounter. Takeaways: Your dog’s reaction What you can do How to create a calm/positive association Question: My friend and I both have new puppies, should we get together for play dates? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB SAVE50

There is nothing wrong with putting your dog through a simple warm-up before you take a walk with your dog, sometimes it helps! Takeaways: Why is this important This will help set the tone You won’t always need it Question: When taking my dog for a walk, I let her stop and watch some horses in a nearby pasture. Is that okay? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB SAVE50

You can either become a part of the environment, or you can create the environment you want. Takeaways: Are you constantly saying "No" You are a part of the environment Create what you desire Listener Question: Is it bad if my dogs can go in and out of the house whenever they want with a dog door? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative SAVE50

Whether you realize it or not, your dog knows how you feel and when you are tense. This is where your breathing can influence your dog. Takeaways: The Deep Breath What it means to us and our dogs How we can influence our dogs Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative SAVE50

Crating isn't just a place for your dog to sleep, it can also be used to teach your dog patience and respect. Takeaways: Why this is important How to do it What it if goes wrong? Question: My dog will lunge at other dogs during a walk and no matter what I say, he won’t listen. Is there anything I can do? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative SAVE50

We don't often get a chance to start over with our dogs but being away is our best opportunity. Takeaways: Being away is change of routine Start over when you get home Dogs won’t question it Question:  What kinds of treats are best to use for training? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB SAVE50

Repeating commands is a problem because we are trying to control the dog physically and not focusing on the mental connection we have with our dogs. Takeaways: Why people do it What are we telling our dog What this creates Question: Why does my dog come to a complete stop during walks? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Free Resources  

It's important that we respect a dog's personal space when meeting them for the first time. And this will help the dog's owner handle the situation. Takeaways: The importance of knowing this The purpose of it How it helps dogs and their owners Listener Question: My dog won’t climb into the car, what can I do? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Free Resources  

Many dog owners struggle with dogs that are constantly jumping on them. Here are my tips on how to address it. Takeaways: Why dogs do this It’s a symptom How to properly address it Listener Question: Every time I go to my friends house her dog pees when I walk in the door. Is there something I am doing wrong? Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Free Resources

There are some water bowls that harbor bacteria and can be unsafe for your dogs. So what's the water bowl to have? But wait, there's a big "but". Takeaways: What is the worst What is 2nd worst What is best? And there is a “but” Courtesy 93.9 WLVB Canine Cooperative Free Resources