Dog Parks: The Good and The Bad and The Ugly

Catherine AdamsOpinion, Philosophy

You might think I don’t like dog parks judging from the title of this post.  I own a reactive dog so dog parks are the last place she and I would like to visit.  Having said that, I think they have their place for certain dogs and dog guardians. But let me point out a few things for you to … Read More

The Yellow Dog Project

Catherine AdamsDog Training, Philosophy

If your a dog enthusiast and you’re on FaceBook, no doubt you’re heard of The Yellow Dog Project. This program is gaining momentum and its possible you’ve seen an information poster around town, at dog parks, vet hospitals or pet supply stores. The Yellow Dog Project promotes the use of a yellow ribbon tied to a dog’s leash or harness … Read More

Dog Behavior: Labels and Perception

Catherine AdamsDog Training, Philosophy

Dogs have come along way from living on the outskirts of human settlements to sleeping on our beds. We plan holidays around them, we feed them gourmet food and we carry them in purses. Sometimes we anthropomorphize (humanize) them and when we do that, we tend to forget the most important thing about our relationship with them and that is; … Read More