Clicker Training Basics For Kids and Families
By Joan Orr M.Sc. Clicker training. All the smartest dogs (and cats) in town are talking about it – but what is it exactly? A clicker is a small device that
Book Review – Living with Kids and Dogs…Without Losing Your Mind. A Parent’s Guide to Controlling the Chaos, by Colleen Pelar
Joan Orr M.Sc. Living with Kids and Dogs … Without Losing Your Mind by Colleen Pelar is a must-read for parents who have kids and dogs or are contemplating acquiring a
Preventing Aggression Over Possessions and Food in Your Puppy
By Joan Orr and Teresa Lewin Many bites to children occur around the food bowl. We are frequently told that the dog growls (but he would never bite of course) when
Babysitter/Nanny Dog Safety Considerations
By Joan Orr and Teresa Lewin As a dog trainer you are an educational resource for your clients and community. Offering information about safety and dog bite prevention is good for
Teresa’s Bad Rules
These are rules that kids in Teresa's dog obedience classes call the "bad rules" because they don't like some of them. Following these dos and don’ts will help keep promote child
Play Date Checklist
By Joan Orr and Teresa Lewin When our children want to go and play at a friend’s house, a responsible parent asks some basic questions. For example: will a parent be
How to Involve Your Child with Your New Puppy – at Any Age
By Joan Orr M.Sc. A new puppy! What fun! The whole family can (and should) be involved with the care and training of the puppy. Kids can help with the puppy
Day Care/Foster Care Checklist
This checklist is intended to help identify potential child safety concerns for parents considering a home-based day care for their child, agencies conducting a safety audit of a home-based day
Babysitter/Nanny Dog Safety Considerations
By Joan Orr and Teresa Lewin As a dog trainer you are an educational resource for your clients and community. Offering information about safety and dog bite prevention is good for