I love dogs who growl. Here's why: (Yes, you read that correctly.)
It seems like human nature to react negatively when we hear a dog growl at us, someone else, or even at another animal. It is like a gut...
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perkedearstraining
- Jul 29
- 2 min
Surviving Adolescence With Your Dog: 3 Reminders
The average age of a dog surrendered to a shelter for behavior issues is between 1-3 years old. This is not surprising to me. Why?...
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perkedearstraining
- Jun 1
- 3 min
1 Easy Skill to Teach Your Dog To Help Them Prepare For The Arrival of A New Child
Expecting parents who have dogs in the home are often overwhelmed by the many things to do to best prepare for the arrival of their new...
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perkedearstraining
- May 26
- 4 min
3 Things to Know About Having Dogs Around Other Pets
Over the past 2 years, I have added several new species of companion animals to my very dog-oriented household. (cat and chickens) As a...
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perkedearstraining
- Jul 30, 2022
- 2 min
Let's Normalize (And Appreciate) Imperfect Dogs
I have this sticker on my water bottle. It is a great daily reminder for me during my sessions with clients. Here's why: No one is...
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perkedearstraining
- Jul 20, 2022
- 2 min
3 Dangerous Myths About Separation Anxiety In Dogs (That Need To Be Debunked)
Last year, I completed a specialized course specifically about separation anxiety in dogs. I am now a certified SA Pro trainer and I...
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perkedearstraining
- Jul 13, 2022
- 2 min
3 Quick Tips for Helping An Anxious Dog
We live in a chaotic world. Many of us experience anxiety due to uncertainty, potential dangers, and stress. Well, guess what... our dogs...
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perkedearstraining
- Jun 8, 2022
- 2 min
Here's Why You Should Seek Professional Guidance BEFORE You Bring A New Dog Home
I work with a lot of clients who recently brought home a new dog. Often, they are overwhelmed by the dog or puppy's behavior. One of the...
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perkedearstraining
- May 4, 2022
- 2 min
Recall Is The One Skill We Should Teach Every Dog (Because It Could Save Their Life One Day)
Obedience is very popular in the world of dog ownership and training. People like to brag about how many "commands" their dog knows and...
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perkedearstraining
- Mar 12, 2022
- 3 min
Management: We Use It to Make Our Own Lives Easier... Here's Why Our Dogs Deserve It Too
Do you ever close your eyes when you see something gross or upsetting because you know that if you look at it, it will ruin your whole...
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perkedearstraining
- Mar 1, 2022
- 2 min
Vet Visits Don't Have To Be A Nightmare
Does your dog hate going to the vet? Can you blame them? Many dogs associate vet visits with being poked, prodded, touched, and...
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perkedearstraining
- Feb 19, 2022
- 2 min
How to Choose a Dog Trainer: Why Education and Credentials Matter
Would you go to a doctor who had not attended medical school? Would you hire a lawyer to represent you in court if they had no education...
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perkedearstraining
- Feb 11, 2022
- 2 min
I Am A Kitty: A Tiny, Adorable, Hunter
Dear Human, I am a cat. My tiny features may look cute, but do not get it wrong, I am a hunter at heart. If left to my own devices and if...
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perkedearstraining
- Jan 25, 2022
- 2 min
Hey Human, Please Don't Take My Stuff
Dear Human, I love my bones. Chewing on them relaxes me so much. It feels so soothing to sink my teeth into my favorite bone and gnaw...
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perkedearstraining
- Jan 12, 2022
- 2 min
A Whiff Into Your Dog's Nose
I wrote a series of letters from the perspective of companion animals and am compiling them into a booklet called "Bark, Meow, Growl....
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perkedearstraining
- Dec 13, 2021
- 2 min
Balancing a multi-species household
Many households have multiple species. This dynamic can make for fun relationships and interactions in a family, but can also cause added...
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perkedearstraining
- Oct 19, 2021
- 2 min
Welcome to the "Perk Your Ears" Blog!
Hi everyone, welcome to my new blog. Here I will be discussing topics about dog training, companion animals, Humane Education, and...
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