The two main types of positive reinforcements for dogs are praise and treats.If your dog is a snuggly lover kind of pup you can effectively use praise, you will want to be consistent with certain positive phrases like "good boy" or "good" every time in a pleased excited voice. Praise can also include physical contact and affection like petting and snuggling your good boy after they properly follow a command or learn a new lesson. If your dog responds better...

I am skeptical.About a lot of things. And essential oils were no different. Especially essential oils for dogs! You know the whole “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is”. Or here comes some work from home sales pitch wanting me to buy something.Well, I’ve had a change of heart. At least about essential oils for dogs, and myself!When I began fostering dogs in 2001, I started using lavender on the bedding and collar of anxious dogs....

Like any sport, hobby, craft, or geometric design -- having the right tools makes a huge difference in your results. Equally important is your technique. The right tools paired with the right technique make the right solution.Tools are widely debated. There are extremists on both sides who think that nothing should be used but a harness and treats while others believe in only ecollar and no treats. What's the right answer -- it depends.It depends on many factors. Age of...