by Karen | Apr 15, 2026 | Dog Training, Leash Walking, Uncategorized
People love to say “calm, assertive leadership.” It sounds good. It sounds wise. It sounds like something you would stitch onto a decorative pillow and place somewhere nobody actually lives. But when owners are out walking a dog who has just spotted another dog, a...
by Karen | Mar 2, 2026 | Dog Training
Every time you walk into a room, your puppy or rescue dog is deciding something. Not whether they know how to sit. Not whether they understand the word “stay.” They’re deciding: “Is this someone I should follow?” If the answer is unclear, your dog will follow their...
by Karen | Feb 16, 2026 | Dog Training, Uncategorized
Inclement weather is becoming a bigger challenge for dog owners everywhere. Whether it’s sweltering heat, freezing cold, days of relentless rain, or wildfire smoke keeping you indoors, routines get disrupted. This winter in Canada has been the coldest in a decade....
by Karen | Jan 19, 2026 | Dog Training
Dog barking is one of the most common reasons people reach out for help. It’s also one of the most misunderstood dog behaviours. Most owners want the barking to stop. Most dogs are barking because something is missing. Before you reach for a collar, a cue, or a...
by Karen | Jan 5, 2026 | Dog Training, Karen Laws, Owner–Dog Relationship
The weeks after Christmas are one of the most common times I see puppy behaviour issues surface. Not because owners did anything wrong, and not because the puppy is “difficult,” but because no one warned them what the sudden change actually feels like to a young dog....
by Karen | Nov 17, 2025 | Dog Training
Have you ever looked at your dog during a stressful moment and wondered, “Why is this still happening? I’m doing everything I know how to do.” If you’re nodding, you’re in good company. Many dog owners feel this way long before they ever ask for help. Before we go...
