Dog Behavior Help, Training Tips & Whole-Dog Wellness
If you’ve ever searched “why is my dog doing this?” you’re in the right place.
I’m Dana Brigman, a canine behavior specialist, canine nutritionist and holistic pet health coach. Here you’ll find practical help for dog behavior problems, anxiety, aggression, reactivity, puppies, training and everyday life with dogs — along with the health, nutrition, stress and lifestyle pieces that may be affecting what you’re seeing.
Because sometimes your dog needs training. Sometimes you need a better way to handle the situation. And sometimes the behavior is telling us to look at the whole dog.
Looking for something specific? Use the search or browse the topics below.
How to Stop Dog Jumping
Put an end to your puppy jumping up you and everything else. How to stop puppy jumping
How To Sleep Through The Night
Is your puppy keeping you awake at night. Ideas to help them sleep. How to Train Your Puppy
How To Wean Off Treat Rewards
Using treats for training is great! But you may not always have them with you. If your dog only works for food , you have work to do.
How to Teach Watch Me
How to teach a dog the “watch me” command. Making eye contact with your dog. Breaking focus on distractions.
How to Teach Out
Getting your dog to “out” or drop an object or move away from a bowl or toy is an important skill.
How To Teach Scent Games
Scent games are fun for everyone. Good Rainy Day Activities and Mental Stimulation for the hounds.
How to Stop Crate Barking & Whining
Tired of your dog’s barking? Barking for no reason? Neighbors annoyed by your dog? How to stop your dog’s barking.
How To Stop Dog Jumping Fence
Dogs like to jump fences and sometimes we need to set boundaries when no fence is present.
