One of the most frequent requests I get is from dog owners telling me that their dog needs to be better socialized. Their dog is growling, lunging, barking, snarling, hackles up when around other dogs and the assumption is that with increased contact, the dog’s behavior will … Read On ›
One of my loveliest clients from Westfield texted me this today. I’ve edited out identifying information to protect the client’s privacy. Hey Elise. Have you ever once, in your many years of experience being a doggie mother, been in a funk and kinda felt like you should be … Read On ›
Connecting with our dogs. Is it an overt action, passive process or both? Is your dog a peripheral member of your family, a standard fixture on the outskirts of each moment, holiday and snapshot? Or, is your dog your soul companion, a being that means as much … Read On ›
A huge congratulations to Sharon Wachsler, who started with PBC as an intern and has just joined the staff as an assistant dog trainer. This is great news! She brings a lot to the table with her knowledge of service dog training and, well, just some pretty … Read On ›
It's been a while since I've blogged and the tone has been serious. So, on this lovely fall morning I thought I'd bring back some of the delight and humor that goes along with being a trainer and dog-lover. I'm sure there are many more we can … Read On ›
I’m going to cut to the chase with the first thing I’ve learned. People are amazing and kind. I have cried endless tears over the death of Kai. I have cried almost as many over the generous, surprising compassion of others. There was the letter from Dakin … Read On ›
Spring is here and with it comes a few changes here at PBC. We are bidding farewell to Laura Kuzmeski. Laura started with us as an intern and over the past three years has developed a phenomenal skill-set with training. We will miss her but wish her … Read On ›
My beautiful Kai, I miss you so much it hurts. It literally hurts. I want so much to get through this as gracefully as possible. As far as you go, there is nothing I could wish for in terms of a better life, a better relationship or … Read On ›
When I first agreed to a foster a behaviorally-challenged puppy for a local shelter, I got a lot of people asking me questions. Questions like, “How could you possibly do that kind of thing?”, “How can you risk your heart like that?” Truthfully, a big part of … Read On ›
If you’re like most new puppy owners, you’ve probably wondered when you should start training your baby dog. The truth is, puppy training should start before you even get the dog. Good breeders crate train, work on handling and house-training as well as other starter skills. Much … Read On ›
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