by Kelly Cordell-Morris | 14 May, 2025 | Blog, Life With Dogs, Teaser posts, Training & Behaviour
A philosophical razor is a quick mental shortcut, a bit like a rule of thumb that helps simplify decisions or explanations. It allows you to “shave off” unlikely explanations or sidestep unhelpful actions. Especially when things feel messy or overwhelming. You might...
by Kelly Cordell-Morris | 14 Apr, 2025 | Blog, Dog Training Lingo, Dog Training Science, Life With Dogs, Training & Behaviour
Ever felt confused when a trainer talks about positive punishment and negative reinforcement? You’re left wondering how anything positive can be bad? You’re not alone. There’s a whole lot of scientific jargon in dog training and understanding positive and...
by Kelly Cordell-Morris | 7 Apr, 2025 | Blog, Dog Training Science, Enrichment, Life With Dogs, Teaser posts, Training & Behaviour
If your dog overreacts to some situations, or shuts down and gets stuck, it’s normally because they are worried or afraid. Boosting your dog’s confidence can help handle uncertainty better, meaning they react or freeze far less. Increasing confidence isn’t...
by Kelly Cordell-Morris | 18 Mar, 2025 | Blog, Dog Training Lingo, Dog Training Science, Life With Dogs, Teaser posts, Training & Behaviour
I hear it all the time. “My dog bit out of nowhere—he’s aggressive.”“He was barking and lunging like a maniac for no reason.”“She knows she shouldn’t do it, but she still does it—she looks guilty afterwards!” In that moment, your dog stops being your best friend and...
by Kelly Cordell-Morris | 17 Mar, 2025 | Blog, Life With Dogs, Teaser posts, Training & Behaviour
It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you embark on dog training. Whether you’ve just brought home a new puppy or rescue, or you’re dealing with behaviour challenges, it can feel like there’s too much to do and no time to do it. You might think that you need to be setting...
by Kelly Cordell-Morris | 3 Mar, 2025 | Blog, Life With Dogs, Teaser posts, Training & Behaviour
What Do We Mean by ‘Foundations’ in Dog Training? Bringing a new dog into your life is exciting, whether it’s a fresh-faced puppy or a rescue looking for a second chance. But excitement can quickly turn to frustration when unwanted behaviours crop...
