by The Life of Riley | Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Dogs have evolved with humans for thousands of years, becoming attuned to us and reliant on our care. To thrive in our domestic world, dogs need a combination of physical, mental, and emotional care. Basic Needs – Nutrition, Shelter, Safety, Grooming Dogs need...
by The Life of Riley | Pet Health
A dog with separation anxiety is a dog who is having a panic attack. It literally feels in distress when left alone. This is an emotional response, not a behavior. Dogs do not have control over their emotions, much like people, but we can help dogs learn to handle...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Training
Teaching Dogs to Relax on Leash Dog owners often seek help from trainers for assistance with leash reactivity. The good news is that it’s a behavior that can be improved with the right application of techniques and support for your dog. Why do Dogs React on Leash?...
by Jessica Brody | Dog Communication, Dog Socialization
Pets have a remarkable way of enhancing our lives, offering companionship, joy, and even physical health benefits. Whether you’re a devoted dog lover, a cat enthusiast, or the caretaker of a smaller animal, the bond you share with your pet can profoundly impact your...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Communication, Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Adolescent Dogs? It is widely accepted that adolescence in humans is a period of change that prompts big feelings, lots of uncertainty, independence, and at times, confusion. For people that live with human adolescents, much grace is needed to endure this period of...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Does your dog respond in ways that seem irrational or inappropriate to you at times? Reactivity or aggression is a very common reason for dog owners to reach out for help from dog trainers like me. Most often, there is a very good reason for the dog’s response,...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
The Importance of Choosing the Right Dog Trainer! You love your dog and desire to create the most loving and mutually beneficial relationship possible with your beloved furry companion. In order to do that, the type of education and training you provide for your dog...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Fitness, Pet Health, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Does your dog stay physically active? We love our dogs and want them to live long and healthy lives. Providing physical activities to your dog’s daily life and keeping your dog active provides tremendous benefits, keeping it mentally engaged and physically fit....
by The Life of Riley | Dog Socialization, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Training Products
Taking our dogs to a dog park to run free and play with other dogs off-leash seems to be an ideal way to help enrich our dog’s lives so they can be their happiest. After all, dogs are social animals that love to play, and they have lots of energy they need to burn...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Socialization, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Training
In prior posts I’ve highlighted four areas to focus on with your new puppy in the first few months of its life to help it grow into a happy and emotionally stable dog in our chaotic human world (So you got a puppy?). The first and one of the most critical but...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Training, Shelter Dogs
Sniffing Brings us Joy! A Reflection from Riley Yay, it’s warm again and I love to walk in warm weather. My mom walks dogs every day for other people. Recently she had a request that did not make any sense to me – the owner of a dog she walks asked her not to...
by The Life of Riley | Cats, Dog Communication, Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Training, Shelter Dogs
The 4th of July is a fun time to celebrate our freedom with friends and family while enjoying outdoor activities at picnics and festivals. One of the most anticipated events on the 4th of July is the evening festivities ending in an array of booming fireworks. Many of...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Communication, Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Training
How Dogs Communicate Dogs communicate through their body language. With various body signals, facial expressions, and physical postures, dogs communicate how they are feeling in order to create positive interactions with each other and avoid potential conflict. Dogs...
by The Life of Riley | Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
As the year winds down to its last few hours and we anticipate what the new year will bring, my thoughts reflect on both the blessings that this year has brought in my life, as well as some heartache. I suppose that over the course of any year it would be unreasonable...
by The Life of Riley | Dog Socialization, Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Socialization, Puppy Training, Training Products
Will life with your new puppy be all Unicorns & Rainbows? A new puppy is such an exciting experience! When considering adding a puppy to their household, most people visualize games of chase, soft cuddles, companionship, romps in the woods, strolls in the...
