Paw-Z-Tivly Trained

19/01/2025

What do dogs think about? Thanks to science and research we are gaining insights into what our dogs think about, and how dogs think about us.

17/01/2025

I personally have found that many behaviors labeled protection, guarding or jealousy (?) are most likely Resource Guarding and treat it as such.
There is still a debate whether jealousy in a dog is true jealousy but I am sure that it will be settled soon.

Dogs get jealous especially if you’re giving attention to a different canine. So how do you introduce a new dog to a jealous dog?

27/12/2024

22/12/2024

Picking up trash at the Green Monster! And this is just part of it…
Really people?

02/12/2024

They stood by us… always!
Now we need to stand by them… always!

05/09/2024

Cheatgrass is an invasive grass species of grass in the US found on the west coast. It's seeds can cause great harm to dogs.

05/09/2024

Vacuum cleaners are one of many sounds dogs hate. Lightning is another. Desensitizing dogs to these sounds can help lower their stress.

30/06/2024

Many puppies grow up with dog or other reactivity issues because their owner may have misunderstood what proper socialization means…

Exposing your dog (if you have an under-socialized dog) or pup to different situations and people is very important to end up with a well adjusted dog.
What is even more important is to make sure that your dog makes a positive association with the experience.

Introduce at your dog’s pace and level of comfort!

Puppies can be around other dogs at around 8 to 10 weeks, however, they need a week to adjust to their new home before meeting large groups.

08/06/2024

Public Service Announcement - do not let your children do this to your dog. This dog snapped at the child (no surprise) and was sent to a shelter.

Please teach your children how to be kind and gentle with animals.

05/04/2024

Dog training isn't just about training a dog. A dog's owner must also learn certain behaviors that help cue their dog's responses.