Fluency of Behaviour

Fluency of Behaviour: Why Guardians Feel Discouraged and Disappointed Understanding the stages of fluency can help us see that slow progress is not failure—it’s part of the process. Sneak Peek in to the article – COMING SOON Many guardians feel…

From Fear to Freedom

From Fear to Freedom Helping Dogs Feel Safe Through Desensitization and Counterconditioning Sneak Peek into the Article – COMING SOON   Desensitization is the process of gradually exposing the dog to triggers that scares her in very small, manageable steps.…

Competence over Compliance

Fostering Competence over Compliance Why Cooperation and Trust, Autonomy and Reliability should replace control and Obedience The Compliance Framework is a command-based dog-handling methodology that strictly relies on and prioritizes obedience. Within the Compliance Framework, an authoritarian, referred to as…

Underground Fences and Shock Collars

When Safety Hurts: Rethinking Shock Collars and Underground Fences The Unpredictability of Shock, Chronic Anxiety, and Canine Well-Being A sneak peek into the article – COMING SOON With invisible fencing systems, especially those covering large areas, it’s extremely difficult for…