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Skills To Help Leash Reactivity In Dogs

Skills To Help Leash Reactivity In Dogs

By Anthony De Marinis, CDBC, ADT, LFDM, FFCP If you have a dog who is reactive; growls, barks, lunges or fixates on other dogs, people, animals, vehicles or anything else, then the skills in this blog may be helpful. Just to make sure we are all on the same page, let...

Reactive Behavior In Dogs

Reactive Behavior In Dogs

By Anthony De Marinis, CDBC, ADT, LFDM, FFCP Reactive behavior, also known as reactivity or sometimes leash reactivity, is one of the most common behavior issues dog owners deal with. It affects all dog breeds and occurs in all types of environments: city, suburbs,...

Dog Training Methods and Beliefs- What are the differences?

Dog Training Methods and Beliefs- What are the differences?

By Anthony De Marinis, CDBC, ADT, LFDM, FFCP There are many different methods and philosophies regarding dog training and behavior modification. This surprises a lot of dog owners, as many think that there is only one way to train a dog. In fact, there are three main...

Stranger Danger In Dogs- Aggression Towards Strangers

Stranger Danger In Dogs- Aggression Towards Strangers

By Anthony De Marinis, CDBC, ADT, LFDM, FFCP   “My dog is aggressive towards strangers.” This is a common problem among many dogs today. I noticed a large increase in dogs having issues with strangers or visitors after the Covid shutdown. This comes as no...

Tethered Cord Syndrome in Dogs

Tethered Cord Syndrome in Dogs

By Anthony De Marinis, CDBC, ADT, LFDM, FFCP, VSA-DT "Something is wrong with my dog." "He keeps kicking his legs out and seems to lose control of them." "It is like he has some weird sensation going through his body." "He keeps looking at, sniffing and nibbling on...

What is Aggressive Behavior in Dogs?

What is Aggressive Behavior in Dogs?

Anthony De Marinis, CBDC, ADT, LFDM, FFCP, VSA-DT I thought it was finally time to write a blog on what aggressive behavior actually is. After all, it is what I specialize in. Here is a simple guide laying out what aggressive behavior in dogs is. This blog could go on...

Your Dog Is Aggressive. What Are Your Options?

Your Dog Is Aggressive. What Are Your Options?

By Anthony De Marinis, CDBC, ADT, LFDM, FFCP, VSA-DT   Living with a dog who displays aggressive behavior is stressful and creates challenges. Dogs may show signs of aggressive behavior from an early age or develop aggressive behavior over time. Sometimes dog...

Aggression: Preparing For Your Dog’s Aggression Consultation

Aggression: Preparing For Your Dog’s Aggression Consultation

  By Anthony De Marinis, CDBC, ADT, VSPDT, CBATI, VSA-DT Certified Dog Behavior Consultant by IAABC Accredited Dog Trainer by IAABC    "What do you suggest having prepared for the initial consultation?" This is a question I often get asked by new clients as...