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Written By Lisa Lucas
Here you will find tips, tricks and articles to inspire you. Articles I’ve written include insightful and practical advice about understanding dog behaviors, connecting with your pets intuitively, and fostering healthy habits.
When Training Isn’t Enough. How Telepathic Communication Can Help
Is telepathic communication real? Is it possible to talk to animals? Can I truly know what my pet is thinking? Yes, yes, and yes! Skepticism is normal. As a professional animal communicator, I know these are the questions on everyone’s mind. I also know the best way...
How to Stop Puppy Biting
In my 25 years of teaching puppy classes, one of the most common questions is about excessive puppy biting or mouthing. Puppy teeth are special, aren't they? Little laser sharp needles. Take heart, they will be gone by the time your puppy reaches 5 ½ months of age. ...
How Intuitive Animal Communication Can Help Your Dog
Have you ever wondered what your dog is really thinking? Or wished you understood why they do some of the things they do? Perhaps you have a rescue and you would like to know what they've been through. Thankfully, it is absolutely possible to know these things! Humans...
My Time-Tested Formula For Fixing Interdog Aggression, or Sibling Rivalry.
In my 25 years as a dog trainer, one of the more common phone calls I receive is about aggression between dogs in the same household. Since you are reading this article, it will come as no surprise to you that dogs don’t always get along with each other, despite the...
One Dog’s Obsession with Flies. Helped by an Animal Communication Session!
Why do Dogs Chase Flies? Chasing flying insects is not unusual dog behavior. Afterall, dogs are predators and, while our pet dogs are not required to chase down prey for a meal, the instinct is still there. Chasing flying insects allows them to satisfy their inner...
Lessons on Raising a Puppy From Inez, the Kitty
Jemma is a 14-week old puppy. She arrived for permanent residence four weeks ago. Many puppies have come and gone over the years. This time I am determined to be fully present to the nuances of her raising-up, instead of marching through my days, hoping we figure out...
How to Use Rewards for the Best Trained Dog
It is absolutely possible to have a well-trained dog without the use of choke chains or shock collars! My current dog, who is now 4 years old, hikes off-leash and comes when called. Normally, I do not carry treats with me. Do I sometimes have to “tune him up”...
Fighting Pack-Mates, Oh My!
A veterinarian asked me one time if I handled inner-pack aggression (fighting pack-mates). I winced, took a deep breath and said something non-committal. I've given a lot of thought to that over the years. Dogs usually don't fight in a vacuum. The humans are part of...
Overly Reactive Dogs
What is really happening when your dog loses his mind. Dogs should be able to react to things in the environment. That is normal. But, when a dog's reactivity causes them to lose control of themselves and/or become uncontrollable in certain situations, we can say that...
New Dog Adjustment Period
New dogs need time to adjust. The rule of thumb is four to twelve months. It does not matter if the dog’s background was bad or pretty good, nor does it matter that your home is wonderful. Change is stressful for most dogs. It will take four months for them to begin...
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