Good Sit

11/06/2025

A lot of my clients seem to be very uncomfortable with the idea of separating their dog and child for safety reasons. But I recently had an epiphany - they all assumed that separation was the same as isolation. And it's not.

Using management strategies, such as using a pen to cordon off an area for a child to play, provide separation between the dog and child. But neither the dog or child is isolated. Everyone can still see each other. The parent can still interact with everyone. And with time and patience, everyone can be very comfortable and safe with such an arrangement.

So now, I am always reminding clients that "Separation is not the same as isolation." It's simply a way for parents to function and do the impossibly difficult job of raising kids and dogs together.

Need a helping hand? I've got you. You don't have to figure it all out alone.

11/06/2025

This about-face turn is a seemingly easy signal that a dog may need to go potty! Even puppies do it. Tona did about three of these turns before I was able to hit record.

If your dog, at any age, starts sniffing and taking a 180⁰ turn while indoors, it may be time to get outdoors!

11/04/2025

a coupla cuties to start our week

11/01/2025

10/27/2025

Is your home in a trick or treating area and your dog is NOT into doorbells, doorknocks, or strangers? Try this printout!

If your dog is upset by strangers, unusual looking costumes, noises or people ringing the doorbell, Halloween might be a bad day for your pup. Consider making a sign to hang on your door, and help keep your pup feeling safe.

Maybe leave a bowl of candy out for visitors or just keep your lights off.

Small steps like this can help keep your dog feeling safe. Download link below.

10/26/2025

EDIT: I am hearing word that this has been canceled. I’ll be leaving it up since the tips can be used at a later date.

NOT DOG RELATED. for our friends who can make it to San Jose tonight:

- bring your whistle. 3 quick t***s mean someone is being apprehended. 3 long t***s mean agents are sighted
- have 1-3 trusted individuals know where you are going and the times you will check in with them. memorize their phone numbers and tell them what to do if you don't check in
- cover (tattoos) or remove (jewelry and piercings) identifiable traits
- goggles and masks
- team Portland Frog. always bring the lols
- if you can avoid bringing your phone, do so
- if you want to bring a camera to document, do so
- if you are grabbed by someone who is or claims to be an agent or officer, ask if you are free to go. if they say yes, walk away immediately
- be safe. de-escalate always
- take care of each other. pit rules

10/25/2025

This event is on Sunday and in our service area — if you have something mechanical or electronic you want to salvage, check out this very cool group of people who will be at the Mountain View Senior Center!

10/23/2025

ICE has arrived in the Bay. resources by your zip code: https://www.ccijustice.org/carrn
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will you be the janitor or the bus driver?

10/19/2025

WAKE UP Happy Sunday

10/18/2025

this week in dogs

10/16/2025

Can't hear that well but can still sniff 🥲