by Angela Doyle | Sep 13, 2021 | Dog Training & Behaviour
If the mental stimulation needs of your dog is not met, then we will notice more unwanted behaviours such as chewing, attention seeking behaviours, mouthing and biting. Ensuring that your dog or puppy has enough mental stimulation can prevent a lot of unwanted...
by Angela Doyle | Sep 10, 2021 | Separation Anxiety
Regressions and plateaus are absolutely normal when teaching a dog that being home alone is safe. In fact, they’re to be expected! And not just with separation anxiety – with any behaviour work we expect to see regressions. However, even when we expect...
by Angela Doyle | Aug 20, 2021 | Puppy Training & Advice
Puppy biting is a very normal part of puppy behaviour but some puppies are more bitey than others. Biting is your puppy giving you information. All puppies mouth & bite as they explore their environment, and it is an important part of sensory development. Puppies...
by Angela Doyle | Jul 23, 2021 | Separation Anxiety, Uncategorized
As a qualified CSAT (Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer) one of the most common questions I get asked by clients when they start working with me on Separation Anxiety protocol is “How long will it take?”. This is the million dollar question, and one to...
by Angela Doyle | Jul 19, 2021 | Separation Anxiety
Crates can be helpful tools, but with dogs with Separation Anxiety I recommend NOT using one….or any confinement unless absolutely necessary. As a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, I spend my time helping dogs overcome their separation anxiety, and...