by Eileen Anderson | Apr 17, 2018 | Business & Consulting
A lot of dog training advice you get on the Internet won’t help. Pretty strange comment coming from a dog blogger who frequently writes about training, right? But even if people recommend a humane, positive reinforcement-based approach, something is missing...
by Niki Tudge | Apr 12, 2018 | Advocacy, Animal Behavior, Learning Theory, Pet Guardians, Training
It is Pet Professional Guild’s (PPG) view that electric shock in the guise of training constitutes a form of abuse towards pets, and, given that there are highly effective, positive training alternatives, should no longer be a part of the...
by Pet Professional Guild Cat Committee | Apr 6, 2018 | Animal Behavior, Learning Theory, Pet Guardians, Training
By Paula Garber and Francine Miller Introducing Cats to Each Other In a nutshell, cats should be gradually introduced to each other one sense at a time: first by scent, then by sight, and then physically. Throughout the process, positive...
by Drayton Michaels | Apr 3, 2018 | Animal Behavior, Learning Theory, Training
Creating new and better associations for dogs on leash when exposed to fearful/stressful stimuli is crucial, as it is better for all involved for the dog to be less stressed and less fearful. The goal is potentially a positive association …
by PPGWorld | Apr 2, 2018 | Animal Behavior, Pet Guardians, Training
By Julie Naismith Just like humans, dogs need play time too. And one of the many beautiful things having dogs has taught me is that you’re never too old to play. You might be asking: “But, where does play fit...
