Dog Behavior Resources
Written by Robin Williams, Our Companions Head Trainer Observing and learning how our dogs communicate is an important aspect of our relationship with them.…
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Resource guarding is a naturally occurring behavior in which a dog displays behaviors to protect resources they perceive as valuable including food, bones, toys,…
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Written by Jill Cote, Our Companions Canine College Volunteer A muzzle is an important piece of equipment that every dog should have as a…
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Welcome to Our Companions Puppy Preschool! This webinar is meant to answer the most frequent questions asked by new puppy parents. This class will…
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As your child grows older and more comfortable around new dogs, it is important to not only teach them to ask you and/or the…
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Written by Sue Lawlor, Our Companions Training Class Instructor Many people mistakenly use “Wait” and “Stay” interchangeably. Both are important skills for your dog,…
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As children get older, it is important to teach them how to be polite, respectful, and courteous to those around them. Many parents and…
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To a dog, children can be unpredictable and scary! They move, sound, act, and smell differently than adults and are more likely to lack…
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Most bite incidents between dogs and small children in the home occur from positive interactions (such as hugging, petting, and seeking attention) from the…
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Muzzles get a bad wrap! Many people associate muzzles with “aggressive” dogs or “attack” dogs. However, muzzles are a fantastic tool to help keep…
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