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.
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Why I Don’t Do Board and Train for Separation Anxiety
Separation Anxiety may be situational and may be triggered by yet another transition, from one home to another.
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 a Dog From Jumping the Fence or Leaving the Yard
Dogs like to jump fences and sometimes we need to set boundaries when no fence is present.
Building Bravery In A Fearful Dog
Don’t Coddle Fearful Behavior and Anxiety. No one is saying don’t love your dog, but you do need to build confidence.
Stop Your Dog From Pulling On Leash
It’s not fun to walk a dog that pulling on a leash. Teach your dog to walk nicely along side you.
How to Stop a Dog From Digging — Without Fighting His Instincts
How to stop dogs from digging
Managing Impulse Control In Dogs
When dog’s get too excited, they often just can’t control themselves. Let’s take a look at impulse control
Why Is My Dog Chewing & Destroying Everything?
Puppies chew things they shouldn’t. Learn some of the basics on getting your puppy to stop chewing everything.
How to Teach a Dog to Settle | Long Down Training
Sit on the Dog. The Long Down. Puppy Be Still. Great for getting started with dogs who have no impulse control, are always busy on the go even in the house. Demanding dogs who want constant attention.
How to Teach Boundary Training
How to teach your dog not to jump the fence. How to create an invisible fence boundary for your dog.