Dog Talk Training MN

06/25/2026

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Hot days are here!

Enjoy some of our helpful suggestions to keep your pet safe during the hot summer months.

06/18/2026

"Be very choosy about which trainer you hire. It's still the case that you could hire somebody who's going to come and make it worse." That's Jean Donaldson of The Academy for Dog Trainers talking about how careful we have to be when hiring a dog trainer to make sure that we only hire someone who will use modern, reward-based methods. The full conversation is full of tips about resource guarding in dogs. Jean also tells us why she wrote the second edition of her book Mine!. This book is a must-read if you have a resource-guarding dog!

Listen to The Pawsitive Post in Conversation wherever you get your podcasts, watch on Youtube, or do both and read a transcript on my blog (link in bio).

Mine! is available wherever books are sold.

06/17/2026

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Get Your Pet Fourth of July Ready! 🐾

The fireworks, celebrations, and gatherings will be here before we know it! Now is the perfect time to stock up on essentials that can help keep your pets comfortable, safe, and happy throughout the holiday.

Visit our Summer collection to find products designed with your pet's well-being in mind, from enrichment items and calming aids to safety essentials and festive accessories.

Shop now and help your furry friends enjoy a stress-free holiday! ❤️🤍💙

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06/11/2026

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New episode! Renowned dog trainer Jean Donaldson of The Academy for Dog Trainers has published a second edition of her book Mine! A Practical Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs. If you have a dog who guards food, locations, or objects, you need this book! Jean joined Kristi Benson and I to chat about how to deal with resource guarding, why we love the spicy guarders, and why she wrote a new edition of her book. Listen to The Pawsitive Post in Conversation wherever you get your podcasts, watch on Youtube, or do both and read a transcript on my blog (link in bio).

Mine! A Practical Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs is published by Dogwise and available wherever books are sold.

06/11/2026

Did you know June is Dog Bite Prevention Month?

Most dog bites occur simply as a misunderstanding between dogs and humans. Being able to read dog body language is critical to preventing bites! Take a look at this graphic on body language cues to be mindful of as well as the tips below:

- Never let children climb on or pull-on dogs

- Don't hug or kiss dogs; they don't know what it means!

- If you have to break up a dog fight NEVER stick your hand in the middle to pull them apart. Use a water hose, a loud noise like compressed air or squeaker, or a slip lead to get the dogs apart.

- Make sure your dog sees the vet regularly. A dog in pain is more likely to become irritable.

- Respect the growl. Dogs are allowed to say "actually, I don't like that". When you punish a growl, you make a dog liable to jump immediately to a bite without warning!

For more information, check out the links below from the AVMA and from Family Paws:

https://www.familypaws.com/resources/

https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/dog-bite-prevention

If you have any concerns about dog bites, or if you experience a dog bite that causes bleeding, be sure to reach out to your local animal control. It's not just a good idea, it's the law!

06/10/2026

Never approach a dog who is on a bed or furniture.
Do not bother dogs in cars or behind fences
Leave chained dogs alone.
WALK away from dogs who cannot follow you.

06/04/2026

A message from The Pet Professional Guild:

06/04/2026

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Dog bite prevention tip: Learn how to recognize a happy, relaxed dog. Look at the dog's body, face, and tail.

05/27/2026

Hi Everyone, As some of you may already know, I took a bad fall leaving a client's home and I shattered my left elbow, broke my humerus and had a partially collapsed lung. I've had surgery on my elbow and I may need a second surgery if my shoulder doesn't heal on its own. For now I am immobilized and Conrad and the girls are helping me to manage my pain. This old dog trainer could use some fur faces in her feed. It would be so wonderful! I am okay and I'll be back to doing what I love in 4 to 6 weeks. Feel free to reach out with training and behavior questions in the meantime. 🐕🐈‍⬛🐾❤️