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Unleashing Resilience: How My Chronic Illness Journey Elevated My Canine Behavior Expertise

I’ve been struggling with a chronic illness since 2012. I honestly didn’t even know at first that it was chronic. I was just experiencing a lot of different symptoms that made me feel “blah” and there wasn’t a good explanation for it for quite awhile. I tried changing my diet and exercise and worked with […]

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Weather the Storm Together: A Positive Reinforcement Approach to Thunderstorm Distress

The monsoons have arrived! While some may find comfort in the cozy ambience of a thunderstorm, many dogs experience an entirely different reaction – fear and anxiety. If your pup trembles, hides, or seeks solace during storms, you are not alone. Thunderstorm distress is a prevalent issue among dogs, affecting all breeds and backgrounds. In

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