Everything Dog NH

11/25/2024

Catch Denise on WKBK 1290 AM radio today (11/25) from 9-10 AM EST. You can catch the show whether you live locally or not!

If you live in the Monadnock Region, just turn your radio dial to 1290 AM or you can livestream it via the link below.

Live out of the area? No problem!
You can stream the live broadcast from www.wkbkradio.com

Have questions about your dog's behavior?
Call in and get Denise's advice at 603-357-1290
OR you can email your question to Danny Mitchell at [email protected]
Kindly include the name of your dog, age, and your question/issue.

Denise has been a monthly guest on Danny Mitchell's morning radio show for over 15 years. Call in with your question or just listen in for some great entertainment and advice about dog behavior!

11/22/2024

Catch Denise on WKBK 1290 AM radio on Mondaymorning (11/25) from 9-10 AM EST. You can catch the show whether you live locally or not!

If you live in the Monadnock Region, just turn your radio dial to 1290 AM or you can livestream it via the link below.

Live out of the area? No problem!
You can stream the live broadcast from www.wkbkradio.com

Have questions about your dog's behavior?
Call in and get Denise's advice at 603-357-1290
OR you can email your question to Danny Mitchell at [email protected]
Kindly include the name of your dog, age, and your question/issue.

Denise has been a monthly guest on Danny Mitchell's morning radio show for over 15 years. Call in with your question or just listen in for some great entertainment and advice about dog behavior!

11/12/2024

Apparently the dogs have learned to text their desires 🤣

Thankfully all they want today is a 🔥 in the woodstove!

11/05/2024

Just wanted to post this recent example of how talking to our dogs and labeling things for them through something that they are worried or have questions about can be SO HELPFUL in giving them context and understanding.

We are having some work done on our home, and part of that was some skylight/roof work. This created a lot of sudden and unidentifiable noise for Minty who was very worried about the sounds. To us humans it was obvious - the workers are here and they are up on the roof doing stuff. To Minty ... she had no idea!

Step 1 (no video - sorry!): As soon as the noise started and we could tell that she was worried, I took her outside on a leash so that she could see the guy on the roof. We stood there for a minute or so watching him while I talked to her about the "worker guy". She visibly relaxed when she could connect the noise to what she could see.

Step 2 (video #1): When we came back in the house and she couldn't see him anymore, she got worried about the noise again so we talked about the "worker guy" again. She was able to put it together (because I talk to her ALL THE TIME!) and understand what was going on. She was then able to relax.

Step 3 (video #2): We went for a walk with Gio and when we got home I took her to see the "worker guy" on the roof to remind her that he was there.

Step 4 (no video - sorry!): The guy was dropping bundles of shingles on the roof (VERY LOUD!!) and she got worried again, so we took her to a window where she could see out onto the lower roof. From there she could see that it was the "worker guy" making noise while we talked about it.

It was all such a great example of how talking to our dogs in a very similar way that we might do for a toddler, can give our dogs some framework and support in situations where they need a little help.

Dogs understand words. They actually have the receptive language capability of toddlers. If you were with a toddler who was worried or looking like s/he didn't understand something ... you'd talk to them about it right?? Doing the same for your dog can be a real gift for him/her!

The MORE you use it the easier it is to use and the quicker your dog will understand what you are trying to communicate.

11/01/2024

It’s fairly common knowledge that many of us have experienced some sort of past trauma in our lives that is affecting our current behavior. I mean that is what therapy is for, right?

Each of us will handle this past scary, worrisome experience differently depending on factors such as:
- Family support
- Who we are as an individual
- What specifically happened to us

It’s the same for your dog.

Many dogs today have experienced some sort of traumatic event possibly causing some of their aggressive behavior.

Feeling embarrassed by the lunging barking, growling at other dogs/people on walks?
Was your dog attacked by another dog, ANYTIME in their life? Even if your dog wasn’t physically injured, the emotional trauma is HUGE.

Are you worried your dog will bite a guest in your home? On your property?
Your dog may have experienced trauma when she was trapped and transported? Maybe she was handled roughly by someone (not intentionally) but she’s a sensitive pup.

Are you worried your dogs will continue to fight each other?
One heartbreaking fight between household members can cause such trauma the dog’s lose trust in one another.

Was food, water, sleeping spaces scarce when your pup was growing up?
Scarcity can lead to snarling, growling over food, toys, sleeping spaces etc.

There is NO DELETE BUTTON.

Share in the comments the scary situation your dog experienced that is still having an impact on her/his behavior.

https://denisemazzola.com/aggression-webinar-waitlist/

Click the link above to get on the priority list for our next Free Webinar on Dog Aggression, Fact vs Fiction: Learn Why Everything You’ve Been Told Isn’t Working. 🐶🐕🐩

10/30/2024

When you ask “Why is my dog barking at strangers walking past our house?”, you’ll get better answers than simply asking "How do I get my dog to stop barking out the window?"

Both questions need to be asked & answered.

By understanding the "Why", you’ll understand the motivation.

• Is the environment encouraging your dog to bark out the window?
• Has your dog learned to bark out the window?
• Does your dog have genetics that are thousands of years old, telling her to protect her territory? Genetics at work.

Each of these scenarios has a different answer in the "How" category.

You simply cannot jump right into "How do I get my dog to stop________?", you’ll be frustrated and your dog will be even MORE frustrated.

When a small child yells “I hate you.” You know it isn’t true, but what DO YOU DO?

You ask WHY! Why is my child feeling like she hates me?

• She may feel frustrated (or mad!) by turning off the TV before bed.
• She might be trigger-stacked from school and lash out at you.
• She could be hangrey!

Again, just like with your dog, each of these scenarios will require a different approach to fixing it.

The next time your dog is annoying you, ask “Why is my dog doing that?”
What is the motivation behind this behavior?

• Is it something she has learned?
• Is it being motivated by genetics?
• Have I set up the environment to cause this behavior?

Ask WHY, not how!

https://denisemazzola.com/aggression-webinar-waitlist/

Click the link above to get on the priority list for our next Free Webinar on Dog Aggression, Fact vs Fiction: Learn Why Everything You’ve Been Told Isn’t Working. 🐶🐕🐩

10/29/2024

“Sometimes, having her feels like a burden more than a blessing.”

So many of you have written to me, called me, DMed me sharing with me how frustrated, embarrassed, and confused you are about your dog’s behavior.

Years ago, I was frustrated and confused when I found myself dealing with an aggressive dog.

My three daughters were in elementary school and middle school and I was constantly worried. I had a never-ending conversation swirling around in my head about where the dog was, was the crate door closed, whether the kids had any friends over after school, and on and on it went.

AND the worst part was, I was a professional trainer. HOW COULD THIS HAPPEN TO ME?

I did everything RIGHT!

• I socialized
• I trained
• I exercised him
• I loved him

AND I got him as a puppy from a shelter and completely believed that all puppies are blank slates. And I believed I could train him to be a therapy dog, because, you know, it’s all in how we train them.

I couldn’t have been more wrong.

Training is important, but it doesn’t override genetics.

https://denisemazzola.com/aggression-webinar-waitlist/

Click the link above to get on the priority list for our next Free Webinar on Dog Aggression, Fact vs Fiction: Learn Why Everything You’ve Been Told Isn’t Working. 🐶🐕🐩

10/28/2024

Catch Denise on WKBK 1290 AM radio today (10/28) from 9-10 AM EST. You can catch the show whether you live locally or not!

If you live in the Monadnock Region, just turn your radio dial to 1290 AM or you can livestream it via the link below.

Live out of the area? No problem!
You can stream the live broadcast from www.wkbkradio.com

Have questions about your dog's behavior?
Call in and get Denise's advice at 603-357-1290
OR you can email your question to Danny Mitchell at [email protected]
Kindly include the name of your dog, age, and your question/issue.

Denise has been a monthly guest on Danny Mitchell's morning radio show for over 15 years. Call in with your question or just listen in for some great entertainment and advice about dog behavior!

10/27/2024

Catch Denise on WKBK 1290 AM radio tomorrow morning (10/28) from 9-10 AM EST. You can catch the show whether you live locally or not!

If you live in the Monadnock Region, just turn your radio dial to 1290 AM or you can livestream it via the link below.

Live out of the area? No problem!
You can stream the live broadcast from www.wkbkradio.com

Have questions about your dog's behavior?
Call in and get Denise's advice at 603-357-1290
OR you can email your question to Danny Mitchell at [email protected]
Kindly include the name of your dog, age, and your question/issue.

Denise has been a monthly guest on Danny Mitchell's morning radio show for over 15 years. Call in with your question or just listen in for some great entertainment and advice about dog behavior!

10/26/2024

Catch Denise on WKBK 1290 AM radio on Morning morning (10/28) from 9-10 AM EST. You can catch the show whether you live locally or not!

If you live in the Monadnock Region, just turn your radio dial to 1290 AM or you can livestream it via the link below.

Live out of the area? No problem!
You can stream the live broadcast from www.wkbkradio.com

Have questions about your dog's behavior?
Call in and get Denise's advice at 603-357-1290
OR you can email your question to Danny Mitchell at [email protected]
Kindly include the name of your dog, age, and your question/issue.

Denise has been a monthly guest on Danny Mitchell's morning radio show for over 15 years. Call in with your question or just listen in for some great entertainment and advice about dog behavior!

10/23/2024

Having a dog with aggressive/reactive behavior can be frustrating and scary

Can't walk your dog without her lunging, barking, growling?
Can't have people over to your house for fear your dog will bite them?
Can't take away your sock from Fido because she snarls & growls?
Can't have your dogs together because they keep attacking one another?

You feel blamed and shamed by everyone.

You love your dog.
You'd do anything to help him.
You feel like a failure like you've done something wrong.

You’ve spent thousands of dollars,
Read all the books,
Hired so many trainers,
Watched hundreds of hours of YouTube videos.

But, if you ONLY focus on the behavior that is MOST embarrassing to you, MOST frustrating, and MOST worrisome you are missing the proverbial boat on how to REALLY help your dog and, ultimately, how to stop the embarrassing growling, lunging, barking, temper tantrum your dog is having.

Your dog’s behavior is a SYMPTOM of how he or she is feeling.

Let’s say your toddler was hangry. Your yelling, & punishing will NOT help him. None of those things would address the issue that he's HUNGREY!

Food will help your toddler’s internal state, AND it will stop the temper tantrum while making your toddler FEEL BETTER!!

The same thing is happening to your dog. You may feel embarrassed & frustrated with their aggression, but that is NOT the problem.
You must start asking WHY is my dog behaving this way?

What happened to her?

Looking at your Whole Dog is the only way to stop their aggressive behavior.

https://denisemazzola.com/aggression-webinar-waitlist/

Click the link above to get on the priority list for our next Free Webinar on Dog Aggression, Fact vs Fiction: Learn Why Everything You’ve Been Told Isn’t Working. 🐶🐕🐩

10/22/2024

Nose Work!! If you've been thinking you might like to try it out we have a Virtual Beginner Class that starts this Thursday (10/24) at 5:30 PM EST

Nose Work is such a fun game to play with your dog! A game where you get to say "YES"!!! to all the hunting and sniffing your dog would like to do!

The virtual class is an easy-to-follow format and here's what it includes:

- LIVE class on Thursday nights at 5:30 PM EST

- Recording of the class emailed to all participants so if you can't make a live class you can still catch all the info via the recording

- Private Facebook group where you can post examples of your homework and ask questions all week long

- Easy-to-follow homework instructions

Dogs and humans of ALL ages and abilities are welcome!!
No previous training is required.

Nose Work is such a fun thing to add to your dog's enrichment games and it's easy to join in the fun with our virtual class no matter where you live!

Click here for more info and details
https://everythingdog.as.me/?appointmentType=69589334

10/21/2024

Are you someone who finds it fun to take your pup for a walk or an adventure, or do you find it scary and stressful? Maybe it's a mix of both, depending on the situations you encounter?

Minty is here to tell you that outings with your dog CAN be fun and that your dog's reactive or aggressive behavior does not have to rule your life OR your walks!

When we focus on helping your dog find and maintain Emotional Regulation, your dog can learn how to navigate challenging situations and keep her COOL.

How many of you are struggling with dogs who are reactive on walks, or have aggressive behavior in other contexts?

What's your biggest challenge?

What are you frustrated about?

Share in the comments and let us know what's the toughest part about living with your reactive or aggressive dog. We want to hear from you!

10/16/2024

So grateful to Kristen for taking the time to write this lovely review!! She and her dog, Findley, made such amazing progress through our virtual program, Revealing Your Dream Dog, for aggressive and reactive dogs.

Through the online framework, we provide the education, the training activities/games, and the support to help frustrated dog owners like Kristen SEE THE PROGRESS!

What's key here is the Kristen did the work to get there. Great job and we are so happy for you and Findley!!!!! 💜

10/15/2024

Congrats to all our recent class grads! So much learning and fun all rolled up into one 💜 These teams all did a fantastic job!

Our next round of classes starts this coming Saturday (10/19) at the Walpole Vet Hospital. Puppy Class at 9 AM and Basic Manners at 10 AM.

Shoot us a DM if you are interested in more info. Limited spots available!

10/11/2024

10/11/2024

Spent some time working with this handsome dude yesterday afternoon.

What a NICE boy you are Maverick and you are pretty fun to work with too!

Looking for help with your dog?
There are lots of ways we can work together!

We offer classes, in-person services, and virtual consults and services. Our clients are located in the local Monadnock Region as well as across the country, and beyond!

Click here to see what we offer and how we might be able to work together https://denisemazzola.com/work-with-us/

10/09/2024

When fall 🍁🍁 turns out fall walk into magic 🪄💙💜