by Daniel Antolec | Dec 11, 2019 | Animal Behavior, Pet Guardians, Training
It may be tempting for parents to get a puppy for their kids as a special Christmas gift. We have probably all seen TV programs and holiday movies where that scene played out joyfully on screen. And there was always …
by BARKS from the Guild | Dec 6, 2019 | Animal Behavior, BARKS from the Guild, Pet Guardians, Training
By Morag Heirs Our canine companions are remarkably adaptable and, based on current thinking, this ability has allowed them to take advantage of the rubbish dumps created by primitive humans and shaped the transformation from wolf-like ancestor through to domesticated...
by BARKS from the Guild | Nov 28, 2019 | Pet Guardians, Training
By Eileen Anderson This is a story from a client of one of my professional trainer friends. Let’s call my friend “Phoebe.” My friend had met the client for some coaching for her young, exuberant dog, Raven. But it was...
by Anna Francesca Bradley | Nov 25, 2019 | Animal Behavior, Pet Guardians, Training
So many times people say to me – your dog must be perfectly behaved right? Well…yes, he responds very well to what I ask him to do in various situations, but it doesn’t ‘just happen.’ It’s not something that miraculously...
by Daniel Antolec | Nov 14, 2019 | Animal Behavior, Business & Consulting, Pet Guardians, Training
Dog trainers enjoy the privileged opportunity of influencing the life and welfare of other people’s pets. With that comes great responsibility to only use methods and equipment which are modern and effective, while promoting a positive relationship as the dog...
by BARKS from the Guild | Nov 11, 2019 | BARKS from the Guild, Pet Guardians, Training
By Gail Radtke Changing your career in your 40s is nerve-wracking at the best of times but I was lucky enough to have a very special friend to inspire and guide me towards following my passion. That special someone was …
