Is the quick fix worth it?

Is the quick fix worth it?

“They’re gonna get shot.” Is unfortunately, a sentence we hear in rural America way too often. It’s typically a warning from a neighbor that a dog has been harassing livestock. If you’re lucky the warning comes days or at least minutes before the rifle is cocked and...
Don’t let Dog take Privilege

Don’t let Dog take Privilege

Have you ever noticed that when you pet a dog they gain confidence? Dogs use us for home-base a lot but I believe it’s more than just the presence of their person that gives them strength. I’ve long noticed that if you have a strong dog and a weak dog, and you put...
The Shell Game

The Shell Game

Start with 2 cups, one with something tasty smeared inside (cream cheese, liverwurst, peanut butter) As soon as the dog moves toward the right one in any way, encourage it by letting them see and lick it As they start to get it, add a third cup If dog picks wrong cup,...