Face of Blossoming Bravery
As we continue our Faces Of series, we want to thank all of you for your amazing input and support. It seems this little idea of ours is much needed and appreciated by all the awesome humans who love their dogs, imperfections and all. Our cherished canines sure adore us, despite all of our faults,… View more
Face of a Big Baby
One fleeting glance, we think we know a dog. We gage a dog’s personality based on looks alone. Suppose a dog on the street has the same physical attributes as a dog we’ve known. In that case, we automatically assume they share the same temperament because that dog is also fluffy, short, muscly, floppy-eared, has a mustache,… View more
Stumbling Into Resilience
I started this article in Spring 2012 as the third in our Lessons Learned Series. Finn’s health declined and his well-being quickly became my only priority when I was not with clients and their dogs. At the time, I admired my amazing dog for his strength and his lighthearted ways, despite having endured ample hard… View more
Learning Patience from Dogs
I am a teacher. My days are spent showing dogs acceptable new behaviors and coaching their humans on how to do the same. I have learned a lot over the years by listening and observing, and I have found that enlightenment does not stop when I leave work. Dogs are amazing creatures. Without their knowledge,… View more