BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING

It happens almost every summer here in Chicago. Soaring temperatures, heat indices over 100º, extreme heat warnings. What do we do with our doggies during these oppressive and dangerous weather conditions?

I didn't realize it at the time, but a second-grade grammar lesson turned out to be a present-day barking lesson.

Fourth of July is right around the corner, which means the dreaded sky booms are coming. Fireworks season can be such a terrifying time for dogs who struggle with noise phobia or similar sound sensitivities. Trembling, cowering, hiding, pacing, panting – these are among the common signs. As for puppies discovering new sounds for the first time, fear prevention from the get go is critical. The time to start preparing your dog or puppy for fireworks season is now. Talk to your

My wonderful clients often tell me that their dog just isn't food motivated. I see this in action all the time, and it really can look like that! A dog turns her nose to a biscuit in the middle of learning the Down cue. Or, a freeze-dried liver nugget doesn't get a single nibble out on a walk. Even more baffling, a dog passes on rare roast beef in favor of barking and hiding under the table when a visitor comes through the door. These dogs really aren't food motivated, right