A Daily Dose of Mindfulness

Life seems to have a way of sneaking up on a person.  It goes along like the day before and then BAM, something crops up which disrupts our routine, but also causes us to push the pause button. The break in our daily tasks makes us face the reality of life that of which we,Continue reading “A Daily Dose of Mindfulness”

Focus on This, Not That!

Counter conditioning is a useful tool in any trainer’s toolbox.  It is an effective strategy in changing a dog’s negative emotional response towards a trigger.  The aim for change is capturing a reaction which is calmer and relaxed while the trigger is present.  This behavior modification technique can be used in a variety of settings andContinue reading “Focus on This, Not That!”

The “Felicity” Story

In the late summer of 2013, I began my volunteer hours with Howl A Day Inn as part of my graduation requirements with ABC.  The volunteer hours were hands on in training shelter dogs in basic obedience.  HADI isn’t an official dog rescue, but Melina extended herself and her kennel business in providing shelter toContinue reading “The “Felicity” Story”