The Neurological Benefits of Counter Conditioning Leash Reactive Dogs
by Drayton Michaels Counterconditioning and desensitizing dogs when on leash also has neurological benefits © Can Stock Photo/Amaviael The Neurological Benefits of Counter Conditioning Leash Reactive Dogs focuses on creating new and better associations for dogs on leash. When dogs face fearful or stressful stimuli, helping them feel less stressed and less fearful is crucial. A positive association may develop, or at least [...]
Thunderphobia in Dogs
Thunderphobia is a serious fear of thunderstorms. It can make a dog’s life extremely difficult. Many dogs suffer more than people realize. Research shows that at least 20% of dogs experience noise phobias, including thunderphobia. With roughly 80 million dogs in the United States, the number affected is enormous. Moreover, the problem may be even larger. Dogs who fear fireworks often also fear thunder and [...]
