Do you have a dog and are expecting? Have young babies or children? Did you have any clue that there are trainers that are uniquely qualified to help? Find out how this niche is so vastly different for dog professionals and what it means for us to be working with families at Follow the Leader. 

Thought about using a clicker but have no idea what it is or even where to begin? Dip your toes in with this printable little cheat sheet :)

When it comes to dogs there are so many complex layers to any behaviour problem.  If you’re lucky enough to find an intuitive trainer that really takes the time to ask lots of questions instead of jumping straight into advice-giving then you’ll quickly find yourself working on issues you never knew your dog had.  As my sister the therapist says, “The issue is never the issue.”

The World of Kids and Dogs Some of our readers may know that I’ve recently joined the Family Paws team (Familypaws.com) as a parent educator for dog and baby/child safety.

Life With a “Difficult” Dog If you’re the owner of a reactive, anxious, or fearful dog then you’ve probably at some point hired a trainer. Or you’ve at least thought about it.

Cats are not to be trifled with. It seems our bumbling canines are at a loss when they come up against those sleek, calculating, sophisticated felines. So how do you ensure that your dog and cat will be the source of a million adorable Instagram photos in the future?

If you’re embarrassed by your dog’s pushy, grabby, and rude behaviour then watch this video with helpful tips.

Although dogs and babies may look cute together they’re not always safe together! Find out how to prevent accidents before they happen by educating yourself and your family.