Pauz4Petz

Pauz4Petz Helping people build a better relationship with their dog(s). Connie promotes Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) coaching and behavior work.

RV Traveler - Currently in California and Arizona
Connie worked for Kentucky and Arizona Humane Societies and volunteered for retired Greyhounds. She obtained professional training through the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and was mentored by two Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists. Connie has lived with numerous pets throughout her lifetime to include dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, reptiles, rodents, and birds.

Understanding the Barking DogBarking is a normal part of a dog’s communication and behavior. When a dog’s barking become...
09/11/2025

Understanding the Barking Dog

Barking is a normal part of a dog’s communication and behavior. When a dog’s barking becomes inappropriate or excessive, it can become problematic. Before attempting to address a barking problem, I recommend a full health check be done by your veterinarian. (Undiagnosed medical issues or injuries can contribute excessive barking.)

Next, determine why your dog is barking. When and where does the barking occur? Who or what is the target of the barking? What things (objects, sounds, animals, people) trigger the barking? Is my dog barking because she is “scared” or because she is “happy?

Barking usually lands in one of the following categories, and keep in mind it may be more than one of the following:
• Territorial Barking
• Alarm/Alert Barking
• Attention-Seeking/Request Barking
• Greeting Barking
• Compulsive Barking
• Socially Facilitated Barking
• Frustration-Inducing Barking
• “Spooky” Barking
• Illness/Injury/Discomfort/Pain
• Separation Anxiety

Coaching and management to deter this behavior is unique to the dog, its environment, and you. Seek a professional partner and get peace back in your life.

Personalized coaching for you and your dog to achieve your goals. Develop your bond and build confidence. Now accepting ...
09/11/2025

Personalized coaching for you and your dog to achieve your goals. Develop your bond and build confidence. Now accepting appointments in Yuma Arizona starting 12/1/25.

Taking your dog to a National Park?• Always Keep Your Dog Leashed: This is not just a suggestion; it's usually a strict ...
14/05/2025

Taking your dog to a National Park?

• Always Keep Your Dog Leashed: This is not just a suggestion; it's usually a strict rule. Leashes protect your dog from wildlife encounters, prevent them from disturbing other visitors, and safeguard the park's fragile ecosystem.
• Bag Your Pet's Waste – Every Time! Pack plenty of p**p bags and dispose of them properly in designated trash receptacles. Leaving waste behind pollutes the environment and can spread disease.
• Respect Wildlife: Keep a safe distance from all wildlife. Your dog's presence can stress or scare animals. Never let your dog chase or interact with wildlife.
• Stay on Permitted Trails and Areas: Adhere strictly to the park's pet policies. Venturing into restricted areas can harm the environment and put your dog at risk.
• Carry Plenty of Water for Your Dog: Just like you, your dog needs to stay hydrated, especially during hikes. Bring a collapsible water bowl and offer them water frequently.
• Provide Shade and Rest: Be mindful of the weather conditions. Ensure your dog has access to shade, especially during hot days. Take breaks in cool areas.
• Be Considerate of Other Visitors: Not everyone is a dog lover or comfortable around dogs. Keep your dog under control and be mindful of others' space.
• Find a place for off-leash exercise, where permitted outside of the park.

Tips to prevent your dog from jumping on guests:• Place the dog in his crate when guests come over and don’t let him ou...
24/04/2025

Tips to prevent your dog from jumping on guests:

• Place the dog in his crate when guests come over and don’t let him out until he calms down. You may also want to give him a chew or lick pad in the crate to help him calm down.
• Introduce the dog to guests outside while on leash before bringing them inside.
• With the dog on leash, complete introductions, then tether the leash to a sturdy piece of furniture until he settles.
• If you have taught your dog to sit, stay, down, wait, settle or place, use those commands before letting your guests inside.
• Practice with dog-friendly guests often, so when people with low tolerance for dogs visit, you won’t be scrambling to stop chaotic jumping.

Avoid Punishment: Don't yell at, push, or knee your dog. This can create fear and anxiety, and doesn't teach them what you want.

Thank you Yumans, this is such a friendly community with A LOT of dogs. We are glad to be part of it every year.Dog coa...
24/03/2025

Thank you Yumans, this is such a friendly community with A LOT of dogs. We are glad to be part of it every year.
Dog coaching is going on the road again! In a few weeks, we will leave Yuma to start RV travel again. We will head NE from Yuma to Nevada, Utah, Montana, Idaho, and Oregon and back down to Yuma (where we winter). If you need coaching, we'll need to meet in your primary residence with all primary family members and pets at least once. After the initial meeting, I will be available virtually or until we meet again.

Small dogs can develop behavioral problems more easily, particularly if they’ve been overly pampered, coddled, or carrie...
21/03/2025

Small dogs can develop behavioral problems more easily, particularly if they’ve been overly pampered, coddled, or carried too much. This can make them less confident and overly dependent on their person.

How to Address Small Dog Syndrome:
1. Consistency in Training: Treat small dogs with the same expectations as larger dogs. They should be trained, socialized, and corrected for bad behavior like any other dog.
2. Establish Clear Boundaries: Small dogs must know their place in the household hierarchy. They should understand that they’re not in charge and must respect commands and rules.
3. Socialization: Expose your small dog to different people, dogs, and environments early on to prevent fearful or aggressive behavior.
4. Avoid Over-Coddling: While it’s easy to pamper small dogs, they still need structure, boundaries, and to be treated with respect. Avoid letting them get away with poor behavior because they’re small.
5. Provide Enough Exercise: Even small dogs need regular physical and mental stimulation to prevent them from becoming anxious or frustrated.

TIP: Timing is everything. Coaching your dog to learn new things is an excellent enrichment activity for mental stimul...
27/02/2025

TIP: Timing is everything. Coaching your dog to learn new things is an excellent enrichment activity for mental stimulation and a great way to build your bond. Most dogs easily learn the basics like sit, stay, shake, wait and down. But don’t settle for just the basics, consider adding something new. For example, “take a bow”.

With your dog standing in front and facing you, slowly lower a treat from the dog’s nose to the ground between their paws. When the nose follows the treat to the ground, the rear end will raise up looking like a deep play bow. Immediately praise and give the treat. With enough practice, you’ll be able to transition away from treats and verbally coach with “take a bow!”

Sweet!
12/02/2025

Sweet!

What is the 3-3-3 Rule for adopting a displaced dog?
20/01/2025

What is the 3-3-3 Rule for adopting a displaced dog?

Barking too much?Excessive barking is the result of boredom, anxiety, or a dog being pre-genetically deposed to barking,...
27/12/2024

Barking too much?

Excessive barking is the result of boredom, anxiety, or a dog being pre-genetically deposed to barking, like hounds, chihuahuas, terriers, and herding breeds. If you own a breed known to bark, then work on redirection, give your dog a job, teach the “quiet” command, and provide plenty of opportunities for physical play and exploration.

In most cases, I don’t recommend the use of bark collars. 1) If the barking is due to anxiety, it could worsen it. 2) Aversive methods can result in redirected aggression towards people or other animals. 3) Citronella collars, aversive sound collars, and electric shock collars don’t address the underlying cause of barking and could result in other behaviors such as digging, escaping, destruction, or aggression.

What’s a Snuffle Box?It’s an easy way to stimulate your dog mentally by making a unique interactive experience with toys...
17/12/2024

What’s a Snuffle Box?

It’s an easy way to stimulate your dog mentally by making a unique interactive experience with toys, textures, sounds, treats and kibble in a box. Use it instead of a bowl full of food.

You’ll Need:
1) Cardboard box – it’s best with flaps to close and fold or tape the box shut and cut an opening on top.
2) Box fillings – crinkle paper, toys, old t-shirt, pine cone, leaves, treats and kibble. Get creative and wrap a greenie in a brown paper bag, place green peas in an egg carton, smear a little peanut butter on a toilet tissue roll, put apple slices inside an old sock, carrots, and high-value (liver) treats, etc.
3) Supervision - now sit back and watch the amusement unfold.

Enrichment activities are essential for keeping dogs happy, healthy, and mentally stimulated.

Free fun for dogs! **Update: We have enough players right now, if you want to join, I'll start a list of backups.
07/12/2024

Free fun for dogs! **Update: We have enough players right now, if you want to join, I'll start a list of backups.

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