Blog

Worth reading.

Practical, science-based writing on dog behavior, training, and living well with your dog.

20 Signs Your Dog Is Stressed Out

Behavior

20 Signs Your Dog Is Stressed Out

December 30, 2020

10 Dog Training Tips for Hot Weather in Winston-Salem, NC

Behavior

10 Dog Training Tips for Hot Weather in Winston-Salem, NC

June 19, 2024

Mouthing in Puppies

Training

Mouthing in Puppies

April 17, 2019

6 Powerful Benefits of Virtual Behavior Consulting

Behavior

6 Powerful Benefits of Virtual Behavior Consulting

August 14, 2024

7 Crucial Qualities to Look for in a Dog Trainer

Behavior

7 Crucial Qualities to Look for in a Dog Trainer

August 14, 2024

10 Qualities of a Bar Dog

Behavior

10 Qualities of a Bar Dog

August 14, 2024

10 Ways to Help Your Fearful Dog

Behavior

10 Ways to Help Your Fearful Dog

August 14, 2024

Is Your Dog Ruining your Love Life?

Behavior

Is Your Dog Ruining your Love Life?

August 14, 2024

Ladder of Stress

Behavior

Ladder of Stress

August 14, 2024

My Sweet Beast: A Journey of Love and Trust with a Rescue Dog

Behavior

My Sweet Beast: A Journey of Love and Trust with a Rescue Dog

August 14, 2024

Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Behavior

Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

August 14, 2024

Socialization is for Parties, not Puppies

Behavior

Socialization is for Parties, not Puppies

August 14, 2024

Some Dogs Hump

Training

Some Dogs Hump

August 14, 2024

Thank You for Growling!

Behavior

Thank You for Growling!

August 14, 2024

We Can't Save Them All (Why We Shouldn't)

Behavior

We Can't Save Them All (Why We Shouldn't)

August 14, 2024

What is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant?

Behavior

What is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant?

August 14, 2024

Why We Love Tug

Behavior

Why We Love Tug

July 30, 2024

Why Obedience Training Isn't Fixing Your Dog's Behavior (And What Will)

Behavior

Why Obedience Training Isn't Fixing Your Dog's Behavior (And What Will)

October 29, 2024

Three Games to Improve Your Dog's Recall

Training

Three Games to Improve Your Dog's Recall

May 21, 2024

5 Time-of-Day Reminders We Love

Training

5 Time-of-Day Reminders We Love

January 17, 2023

How Investing in the Right Private Dog Training Saves You Money in the Long Run

Training

How Investing in the Right Private Dog Training Saves You Money in the Long Run

April 15, 2025

Ladder of Stress in Canines

Behavior

Ladder of Stress in Canines

August 11, 2020

5 Local Spots in Winston-Salem Perfect for Dog Training Adventures

Behavior

5 Local Spots in Winston-Salem Perfect for Dog Training Adventures

October 31, 2024

Is Your Dog a Therapy Dog at Heart? How do you know?

Behavior

Is Your Dog a Therapy Dog at Heart? How do you know?

November 27, 2025

Is Your Dog Protecting You? How Do You Know?

Behavior

Is Your Dog Protecting You? How Do You Know?

July 17, 2025

Teaming Up for Success: Dual-Dog Reactivity Practice

Behavior

Teaming Up for Success: Dual-Dog Reactivity Practice

July 10, 2025

Dog-Friendly Stores in Central NC

Training

Dog-Friendly Stores in Central NC

September 08, 2022

Enrichment Should Be... Enriching.

Behavior

Enrichment Should Be... Enriching.

May 08, 2025

Beware Guarantees in Dog Training

Behavior

Beware Guarantees in Dog Training

November 07, 2024

Service Dog Training Tasks

Training

Service Dog Training Tasks

July 17, 2022

When Puppy Mouthing Becomes an Extreme Sport

Training

When Puppy Mouthing Becomes an Extreme Sport

November 10, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions About Leash Reactivity

Behavior

Frequently Asked Questions About Leash Reactivity

July 09, 2023

Canine Enrichment FAQs

Behavior

Canine Enrichment FAQs

August 09, 2020

10 Tricks for Catching a Runaway Dog

Training

10 Tricks for Catching a Runaway Dog

August 02, 2020

(Almost) 50 Ways to Help Homeless Pets in your Community

Training

(Almost) 50 Ways to Help Homeless Pets in your Community

August 02, 2020

Replace Bad Behavior with Good Behaviors!

Behavior

Replace Bad Behavior with Good Behaviors!

August 02, 2020

10 Reasons Your Dog Stops on Walks and 10 Ways to Get Moving Again.

Behavior

10 Reasons Your Dog Stops on Walks and 10 Ways to Get Moving Again.

August 02, 2020

COVID-19: What we're doing to keep our clients safe.

Training

COVID-19: What we're doing to keep our clients safe.

July 25, 2020

Five Benefits of Online Dog Training

Training

Five Benefits of Online Dog Training

October 24, 2020

The Complete Guide to Teaching Your Dog to Come When Called

Training

The Complete Guide to Teaching Your Dog to Come When Called

October 21, 2023

Dog Names (Beyond Bella and Bailey)

Training

Dog Names (Beyond Bella and Bailey)

January 15, 2022

Understanding Thresholds: The Key to Helping Your Dog Succeed

Behavior

Understanding Thresholds: The Key to Helping Your Dog Succeed

December 06, 2025

The Hidden Risks of Board and Train Programs

Behavior

The Hidden Risks of Board and Train Programs

January 27, 2025

When “Not Enough” Creeps In: Imposter Syndrome in a World of Filters and Followers

Behavior

When “Not Enough” Creeps In: Imposter Syndrome in a World of Filters and Followers

July 21, 2025

10 Ways to Advocate for Your [Reactive, Fearful, Working or Baby] Dog

Behavior

10 Ways to Advocate for Your [Reactive, Fearful, Working or Baby] Dog

July 21, 2025

Treats Are Not A Crutch For Recall Training

Training

Treats Are Not A Crutch For Recall Training

July 21, 2025

10 Ways to Help a Puppy Crying in the Crate

Training

10 Ways to Help a Puppy Crying in the Crate

April 19, 2021

Train your own Helper Dog! We can help!

Training

Train your own Helper Dog! We can help!

February 17, 2025

Sudden Movement and Fear in Dogs

Behavior

Sudden Movement and Fear in Dogs

July 07, 2025

The Science of Successful Dog Training: Debunking Myths

Behavior

The Science of Successful Dog Training: Debunking Myths

November 04, 2024

10 Thoughts About On-Leash Greetings

Training

10 Thoughts About On-Leash Greetings

August 03, 2020

Behavior

Dog Trainer vs. Dog Behavior Consultant: Which Does Your Dog Need?

December 01, 2025

How the Right Puppy Class Can Change Everything

Training

How the Right Puppy Class Can Change Everything

November 22, 2024

Local, Positive Dog Training: 10 Reasons Why It Matters in Winston-Salem

Behavior

Local, Positive Dog Training: 10 Reasons Why It Matters in Winston-Salem

November 15, 2024

5 Reasons to Choose a Local Dog Trainer in Winston-Salem – Good Human Dog Training

Behavior

5 Reasons to Choose a Local Dog Trainer in Winston-Salem – Good Human Dog Training

November 01, 2024