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Great Relationships Require Great Communication: How to Communicate with Your Dog Verbally and Non-Verbally

Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB / October 30, 2025

We all want strong, happy relationships with our dogs — and understanding how to communicate with your dog is the key. Just like people, dogs express their needs and emotions through verbal and nonverbal cues. But how can you tell what your dog is trying to say? How do you know when they’re content, anxious, [ ]

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Bringing Home a Puppy to a Household With Children or Adult Family Members

Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB / August 28, 2025

Bringing Home a new puppy to a household is one of the most rewarding experiences for a family.

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Puppy Behavioral Development Stages

Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB / June 17, 2025

Puppy socialization is crucial for developing well-adjusted adult dogs, beginning before they leave breeders and continuing in new homes.

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Clicker Training 101: How to Teach Your Dog with Positive Reinforcement

Clicker Training 101: How to Teach Your Dog with Positive Reinforcement

Angela B. / January 22, 2025

Training your dog is essential to building a strong bond and encouraging positive behaviors. If youve heard about clicker training but think its only for puppies, think again! Clicker training is a fun and effective method for dogs of all ages—even your well-behaved adult dog can benefit. In this guide, we’ll explore how clicker training [ ]

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Helping Your Puppy Adjust to the Back-to-School Transition

Helping Your Puppy Adjust to the Back-to-School Transition

Angela B. / August 20, 2024

As the lazy days of summer give way to the back-to-school hustle, it’s not just the kids who need to adjust. Your puppy, too, will feel the change in routine, and while they may not be hitting the books, they’ll most definitely need some extra love and attention during this transition. Here’s how to help [ ]

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