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!”
Category Archives: Love
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”
Look to Adopt! Howl A Day Inn to the Rescue!
I wanted to share with my readers about the Howl A Day Inn Pet Adoptions Page. I’ve mentioned in the past how I’ve come to know Melina from HADI (short for Howl A Day Inn) in El Paso. She’s an amazing woman who consistently demonstrates her compassion and commitment to the dogs in her care,Continue reading “Look to Adopt! Howl A Day Inn to the Rescue!”
Four Paws & You Dog Training 