THE CANINE JOURNAL
How to Socialize your Dog
It can be overwhelming to add a new dog to your family and navigate all the logistics that come along with that, but one of the most crucial elements that requires focus from the get go is socialization.
Is Alpha Theory “Debunked”?
Whether you’ve been familiar with my work for some time or are just getting acquainted, you’ve probably seen me use the word “alpha.” I’ve been getting a lot of questions about the concept of an alpha recently, and wanted to focus a blog on really laying out what exactly I mean.
Your Guide to Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Separation anxiety in dogs is not the ideal situation — for anyone involved. Here’s how to heal separation anxiety at the root (once and for all).
Why Does My Dog Eat Grass?
Dogs eating grass is a common, mysterious behavior. While it can be perplexing in the moment, there are actually a few straightforward reasons your dog is engaging in this behavior
Your Dog is a Pack Animal (+ What That Means for You)
Is your dog a pack animal? The answer: absolutely yes. Here’s how your dog being a pack animal affects their behavior and your life.
Your Guide to Senior Dog Care
While senior dog aging is a natural process, the way that dogs are typically cared for accelerates this aging process far beyond what should be natural. From the chemicals our dogs are exposed to, to the quality of their food – dogs are not being supported in living long, healthy lives.
Why Does My Dog Get Zoomies?
To understand zoomies, we must connect back to our relationships with our dogs and prioritize promoting a comfortable, calming environment. I’m here to demystify zoomies and help you find the root cause of your dog’s behaviors.
Canine Nutrition 101: An Introductory Guide
Canine nutrition and diet are potentially the most important thing to establish a foundation for your canine’s overall wellbeing. It’s essential to make sure our canines are getting the highest quality ingredients possible.
We Need to Talk About Pandemic Puppies
Here’s the thing with pandemic puppies: I believe there is no such thing. I truly believe that this is a term that allows us to place blame on something external (the pandemic) instead of acknowledging the role we played in how our puppies developed.
8 Common Dog Behaviors + What They Mean
What is my dog doing? Is my dog trying to communicate an important need, or is this a natural behavior that I can allow or ignore? I’m here to help you understand some of these common dog behaviors and what they mean.
Are You Making One of These 3 Dog Training Mistakes?
Separation anxiety, excessive barking, aggressive behaviors… if any of these symptoms sound familiar, I’ll explain why.
New Puppy Guide: The Essential New Puppy Tips Everyone Needs to Know
These first weeks of your puppy’s life are crucial moments to establish a solid foundation. My new puppy guide will teach you how.
An Introductory Guide to Holistic Dog Care
Let’s unpack the myths around dog care and provide a complete overview of holistic dog care – and how it serves as the foundation to optimal wellbeing.