Training a Golden Retriever 101: Tips, Tricks and More Golden Retrievers are easily one of the most popular dog breeds, and for good reason. They’re gorgeous, smart, lovable, friendly, eager to please, and they usually keep barking to a minimum. But like all dogs, they can form some undesirable habits if they are not properly […]
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How to Socialize Your Dog the Proper Way Socializing your dog is one of the most crucial aspects of raising a well-behaved and confident pet. Whether you’re starting with a puppy or working with an adult dog, proper socialization can make all the difference in your dog’s behavior and your quality of life together. At
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Does your once playful pup shy away from strangers, cower at loud noises, or tremble during walks? Fearful behavior in dogs can be a heartbreaking sight, leaving both you and your furry friend feeling anxious and frustrated.
The good news is that with patience, understanding, the right help, and the right approach, you can learn how to help a fearful dog gain confidence and navigate the world with newfound bravery.
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How to Navigate Dog Fear Periods Is your puppy suddenly scared of everything? Puppy fear periods are a natural part of canine development. In this blog, BlackPaw Dog Training, serving Lafayette, Boulder, and Denver areas, will guide you through understanding and addressing these dog fear periods. We’ll help you build a strong, trusting bond with
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Living with a fear-aggressive dog can be incredibly challenging and stressful. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and alone, but it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many dog owners face similar struggles. Professional training for fear-aggressive dogs can be a game-changer.
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We’ve had several fearful dogs in for training recently. Often, they are behaving aggressively, either towards other dogs or towards people, in an attempt to increase their social distance from strangers or unknown dogs. It’s a troubling topic for owners who aren’t sure how to respond to help their dogs, dogs who are loving at
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There has been much written about leadership in dog training. Many times leadership is mistakenly referred to as dominance, but how do these concepts differ? Leadership is defined as a person who guides or directs a group whereas dominance in the animal world is defined as high status in a social group, usually acquired as
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If you’re like most horse people, you know a great barn dog. Every barn or trainer seems to have one. The mellow fellow who hangs near the arena, quietly waiting for his owner, never giving anyone trouble. Chances are, you have wished this was your dog, but if even allowed to come to the barn,
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Your puppy or dog wants to make you happy. Our dogs live for our approval, and no matter what the breed, they can learn self control through obedience training. A well-behaved puppy or dog will help maintain harmony in your household. I’ve been a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers for many years.
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Driving down the long, winding lane to her home, Pam saw a white flash dart through the pasture. Her stomach sank as she feared the worst.
