Pawsitive Futures Blog

It’s no secret that we utilize a lot of positive reinforcement, usually in the form of high value food and treats, to address reactive...

As a dog trainer, I hear frustrations along these lines from almost every one of my new puppy clients when we're getting started with...

For those of us with dogs who are sensitive, anxious, or fearful, any large routine change can cause stress for everyone involved. Our...

Often times bringing home a new puppy brings about a lot of joy. Snuggling, watching them enjoying the world for the first time, and...

Separation anxiety training is very different from most training, including most forms of behavior modification. In separation anxiety,...

When you have a dog that struggles with reactive behaviors like barking, lunging, or growling at common triggers, a neighborhood walk can...

Living with a reactive dog can sometimes be tough work. They require special consideration, and it may seem overwhelming to do even the...

Resource guarding is a leading source of conflict and aggression in dogs. It can be a very scary thing to experience and there are a lot...

Raising a puppy can be a wonderful and rewarding experience but can also be daunting: what if we get it wrong? What if our puppy becomes...

As certified professional dog trainers, our job is to help you learn how to train and better understand your individual dog in order to...