by Debbie Tangen, CPDT-KA | Aug 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
Understanding and Managing Dog Behavior: A Guide to Training and Socialization With over 75 million pet dogs in the United States, understanding dog behavior is a topic of interest for many. Every pet owner wants to better comprehend their furry friend’s...
by Debbie Tangen, CPDT-KA | Aug 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
Understanding the Root Cause: How Fear Drives Dog Aggression Understanding your dog’s behavior is crucial to maintaining a healthy and happy pet. One common issue dog owners face is dog aggression. But what’s the root cause behind this troubling behavior?...
by Debbie Tangen, CPDT-KA | Aug 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
Introduction Welcome, dog lovers! If you’re in need of a professional certified dog trainer who also offers dog walking services, then you’ve come to the right place. I’ll explain the 10 reasons why hiring me, a certified dog trainer who offers dog...
by Debbie Tangen, CPDT-KA | Jul 27, 2023 | Uncategorized
Living Versus Existing One year ago this week, we put down our 13-year-old Shiba Inu, Kasey. She suffered from advanced kidney disease and pancreatitis, all conditions from which she would not recover. At the point she stopped “living” and started merely “existing,”...
by Debbie Tangen, CPDT-KA | Jul 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
You can experience the joy of owning a well-behaved canine friend when you embrace positive reinforcement in dog training. The method, which revolves around rewarding good behavior, is a proven technique that fosters a stronger bond between you and your dog while...