Free Resources

Helpful Tools to Support Your Dog’s Behavior Journey

How to Choose a Dog Trainer

Dog training is an unregulated profession. Discover the credentials to look for before handing over your beloved dog — and your hard-earned money! — to a trainer. Click here to download the tip sheet.

Training Treats the Pros Use

Research shows that dogs learn faster and better when motivated with food rewards. But which ones? Click here for my download on Training Treats the Pros Use.

Super-Easy Kong Stuffing video

Check out my video on Super-Easy Kong stuffing and give your dog food toys that burn mental and physical energy and give you some downtime.

Welcome Home!

There’s a lot to think about with your new canine companion! Download my top tips on how to get started right with your puppy or newly adopted adult dog.

All About Barking

While excessive barking is annoying to us in our modern lives, barking is a natural behavior in dogs. The first step to reducing excessive barking is to know why your dog barks. Click here to download my free tip sheet on the reasons dogs bark and how to start managing your barky pup's behavior.

How to Choose the Dog for You

Well-meaning rescues, breeders, “kennel clubs,” and shelters sometimes fudge dog behavior descriptions. Most dogs are bred for a certain look, not temperament, so general behavior descriptions don’t really apply. This tip sheet will help you select the best dog for you and your family. Download the resource here.

Puppy Nipping and Chewing

Annoying and painful as those needle-sharp teeth can be, puppy nipping and chewing is something that should be encouraged, but managed. Find out how in this free download.

Understanding “Reactive” Behavior

Do you have a dog who lunges at other dogs, chases passing bicycles, or barks at anything and everything on walks? Many people call such dogs “reactive.” I prefer to call them dogs who have Very Big Feelings. Download my resource on understanding reactive dogs here, and see my on-demand video.

Understanding Separation Anxiety

Does your dog panic, pace, drool, have accidents, bark nonstop, or try to escape when you go out? Separation anxiety is a panic disorder affecting up to 20% of dogs.  Download my resource on understanding separation anxiety here, and see my on-demand video. 

Preparing Your Dog for Life with Baby

Much more than simply sniffing the baby blanket or introducing your dog to your baby when you come home, preparation is simple but key during a busy, hectic time in your life. Click here to get starting preparing your dog for life with a baby.

Children and Dogs: 7 Best Practices

Whether you are planning to have a family someday, are expecting a baby (or grandbaby), or have children and are considering a dog, it’s important to prepare your dog for successful interactions with the little ones. Download my 7 best practices here.