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...
by Karen | Oct 20, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Dog Training, Pet Well-Being, Uncategorized
The Realistic Timeline Every Owner Needs Question for you: What if your new rescue dog isn’t being stubborn — they’re just still deciding if they’re safe? Every year, thousands of people bring home rescue dogs filled with hope, love, and a vision of instant...
by Karen | Oct 13, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Dog Training, Uncategorized
If you could pick one trait that matters most in a dog — size, energy, or friendliness — what would it be?That answer says a lot about what you’re really looking for. Most people think adopting a dog means rescuing one. Sometimes it does. But that’s not the whole...
by Karen | Oct 6, 2025 | Brisk Walking, Dog Behavior, Dog Training, Leash Walking, Owner–Dog Relationship
Have you ever stepped out the door with your dog and thought, “Here we go again.” Another battle down the street”? You clip on the leash, you start walking, and before you’ve even taken five steps, there it is—leash tension pulling you into conflict. It doesn’t have...
