Play To Behave Pet Behavior Counseling

10/01/2025

We all need a little levity right now. Spot on New Yorker!

A cartoon by Zachary Kanin.

See all the cartoons from this week’s issue: https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/LA4rRu

05/01/2025

[Open Group Call tomorrow - Monday, Jan. 6 - see below!]
I shudder when I think about my daughter opening the door to the stairs that exit her apartment. Imagine facing slippery old wooden stairs—with high rises designed to save space—...
..with a 25 # strong puppy that does everything with gusto and feels like a bowling ball at the end of a leash.

This is my daughter’s situation, and it’s a big concern. She’s already slipped once on the stairs, and I’ve been worried about them ever since she got this high-drive, very busy puppy who is only going to get stronger!

Navigating any stairs—and leash walking with a strong-willed puppy—puts you at serious risk for injury. The pulling is one issue, but even off-leash, around stairs, a puppy or dog can easily trip you.

And don’t forget: an injury can mean doctor’s visits and unexpected costs—something no one wants to deal with.

That’s why it’s so important to have immediate measures to stop the puppy or dog from racing down the stairs and pulling you along outside.

The video here is not what you want! So...

While I’m helping my daughter with the same challenges, I want to share three strategies with you to make your life around stairs and walks safer and more manageable too.

So, I'm opening up TOMORROW's group membership call to you! Please join me:

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. JUST MESSAGE ME FOR THE LINK.

Monday, January 6th at 7:00 pm ET (6:00 pm CT, 4:00 pm PT)

I recommend joining early so you don't miss anything!

We’ll also have time for questions.

If you can't make it, please let me know. I may schedule another call.

18/12/2024

I feel blessed to work with the best people and dogs. 😊 This text made my day.

13/12/2024

That’s a piano. 😬 And no, I didn’t train this!

Clean Run shipment and Mickey will not give up! He wants a toy! 😂

David stopped him.

06/12/2024

Icy! Parking lot at this weekend’s agility competition. A good reminder that leash walking skills are needed year round - maybe more so in the winter! If you are interested in training, send me a message. 😊

04/12/2024

Online dog training... Can it work? Does it? Shane and Jocelyn hadn't ever had a dog when Bandit showed up on their doorstep. He was going to be their "outdoor" dog... and now we laugh as they have 4 dogs and share the bed. Dogs can change you and make all our lives better. I'm am honored to have worked with them. ❤️ They are my Dream Dog Lovers and brilliant online business coaches.

Find out more by listening to my fun guest appearance on their popular podcast with Shane and Jocelyn Sams. They are two of my favorite people in the world - genuine, kind and brilliant. And best... wonderful dog parents too. 😊 🐕

Here is a clip: https://www.youtube.com/clip/UgkxFXK8ZLDjC9Uqm3T9QWVsjdnXdRqNq3Ia
Full podcast on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=it3pvIIGCW4

27 seconds · Clipped by Carolyn Lincoln · Original video "Leveraging Social Media for Success w/ Dr. Carolyn Lincoln" by Flipped Lifestyle

23/11/2024

Just 2 more followers to 1000 on tik tok. You could be the one that #1000! I’m Violet says do it! 😁

21/11/2024

Early Black Friday Deal! If barking is driving you mad, interfering with work, sleep and your relationships, then don’t despair. Get 3 easy steps to stop excessive barking and you’ll have a more peaceful holiday ahead. $30 off until Sunday with the coupon: 2024STB10

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03/11/2024

Take your shot! 😁 …how soon do you think I’ll make it to 1000 and 10,000?

Getting 1-2 followers/day, sometimes more - like last night - and more than a few likes a day.
(TikTok)

30/10/2024

Just went shopping for 11 week old Violet so you can see what I got.

28/10/2024

We’ve been going to the Broadway series for years and years and tonight for the first time ever, I bought something and actually I bought 2 things. Excellent show and if it wasn’t the last night, I’d try to go again. It was sold out. Just so fun. ❤️🥰💙💜💛🖤

Might be a bit cheesy to wear. 🤷🏻‍♀️

“A Beautiful Noise” - Neil Diamond

27/10/2024

Part 3 of 4: “How can I socialize Violet to young children when she’s in this “bitey” phase?” Message me know if you’d like to have some group calls for questions about your puppy - behavior and medical questions. I may set up a 4 week offer if there is enough interest. 😊

27/10/2024