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A calm, cooperative dog is not created through control or correction, but through trust. When a dog feels safe in the care of their human — when they know their needs will be met, their feelings considered, and that they will not be placed in situations beyond their ability to cope — calmness often emerges […]

Why Dogs Need a Leader – Parent, Provider, and Protector  Similar to their wild ancestors, dogs flourish in environments that provide structure and clearly defined roles within their social group. In a domestic context, this necessitates the human family assuming the role of leader, encompassing responsibilities as parent, provider, and protector. This leadership role is essential […]

Dogs and Fireworks!!!  – Dog Trainer Norfolk I used to enjoy fireworks but as I’ve come to understand how much distress – terror – they can cause for so many dogs and other animals, my perspective has changed. A big part of the problem is that fireworks are no longer limited to one or two nights […]