Tag: Dog Training

  • XRI – The Shy Introvert (Iceberg)

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    “Sometimes, the quietest souls have the most to offer.” Overview Shy Introverts score an XRI on our personality quiz. The X indicates an anxious demeanor, the R suggests they are reactive, and the I stands for their independent nature. These dogs may seem reserved and distant at first, but their quiet world is rich with
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  • Why Is My Dog So Anxious? Tips for Relaxation and Leash Training

    Why Is My Dog So Anxious? Tips for Relaxation and Leash Training
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    Let’s talk crazy and relaxed. My dog Pixie deals with anxiety and tension. She is on high alert all the time. It’s a mixture of lack of training, socialization, and genetics. The long road of training has included rewarding my dog for relaxing and being at peace. So there I was cuddling with the dogs
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  • Help! My Dog Won’t Accept Friendly Strangers

    Help! My Dog Won’t Accept Friendly Strangers
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    You’re on a walk, and a friendly stranger approaches, eager to meet your dog. But instead of wagging their tail, your dog freezes, barks, lunges, or hides behind you. You’re left feeling awkward and apologetic, wishing your pup could see that not every stranger is a threat. It’s frustrating and maybe even a little embarrassing,
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  • How Do I Teach My Dog to Respond to ‘Yes’?

    How Do I Teach My Dog to Respond to ‘Yes’?
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    Training Command/Trick or Problem: Your dog is lying peacefully on their bed instead of leaping onto the couch to steal your snack. Or they wait calmly by the door while you leash them up for a walk. These are golden moments when your dog is doing something right—but how often do you acknowledge it? Without
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  • My Dog Keeps Stealing My Food!

    My Dog Keeps Stealing My Food!

    Picture this: you’ve just sat down with a hot cup of coffee, ready to relax. Your dog is lounging nearby, seemingly indifferent. But the moment you glance away, you hear the sound of lapping
 Your sneaky pup is drinking your coffee like it’s her morning routine. You rush over, save what’s left of your drink,
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  • How Do I Teach My Dog to Play Fetch?

    How Do I Teach My Dog to Play Fetch?
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    You toss a ball across the yard, fully expecting a game of fetch, only to see your dog look at you like you’ve just asked them to do your taxes. Does this sound familiar?  Maybe they chase it down but then wander off without bringing it back, or they stand there, puzzled, watching the ball
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