As a dog behavior specialist, Joann has the experience and knowledge to help!
More than just a blog on canine behavior
Joann has over 29 years of experience training dogs and working with owners on behavior issues. She has the learning and knowledge to have helped hundreds of dogs over her career as a trainer and behavior specialist. The blog is just one way to share her information. Private Consults for behavior are another.
One of the most rewarding parts of working with dogs is helping them stay in their homes with the families that love them.
Through private behavior modification programs in the owner’s home, many issues can be addressed and corrected.
We have a no-nonsense approach to helping you and your dog. You will always get the full story and it will always be realistic. You will also be able to see visible results from your efforts.
I’d be more than happy to help, Just contact me and let me know what issues you are dealing with and we can schedule a personal one to one visit
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Clear communication
It always amazes me when people get a new puppy or dog, one of the first things they do it take it home and tell it to “sit”. Inevitably, they are amazed when the dog doesn’t perform accordingly. Isn’t that a normal part of being a dog? We, as humans, have to remember that these
My dog knows
As a trainer, there are some things that I hear all the time and some basic misunderstandings with clients between their view of things and mine. (And I inevitably get myself in trouble because of it). My dog “knows it” is one that always trips me up. When I hear that, I chuckle to myself
All dogs need exercise
We all know that dogs need exercise. Some dogs need more than others. Some giant breeds are very much couch potatoes and 10 minutes of exercise is more than enough. Then you have your dogs like Labradors. . .they never seem to get enough There is a right amount and a wrong amount for a
Counter-surfing
Roasted turkey, fresh baked ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh baked pies; these are the many delights that await the coming holiday season. This time of year brings lots of entertaining with lots of food. It is also the time of year where disaster can strike a festive holiday meal as the lovable family dog
Beware “free” advice
Having a dog presents itself with lots of different issues, from potty training, to chewing, loose leash walking, even various degrees of aggression. Also, as an owner, you have lots of questions and need answers. The answers to those questions could and likely will have an impact on your relationship with your dog and your
Taking treats gently
One important thing that dogs must learn is how to take treats from people gently. When taking a treat, there should be very minimal or no sensation of teeth on the person’s hand, much less any type of pinch or bite. To combat this, I have heard many people give treats to their dog while
