Author Archives for Dana Galbraith

Walking Two Dogs at Once With Ease

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Meet Bart and Gabe, four-month-old mini Australian Shepherd littermates. I recently worked with these pups on what we call “walking in brace,” or walking side by side. This can be extremely helpful when you have two dogs that are similar in size because it only requires one person to do the walking.


One-on-One Sessions — From Triggered to Calm

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The beautiful dog I would like to highlight this month is a one-year-old German Shepherd female named Riekee. Her owner Josee reached out for assistance — she was afraid to leave Riekee in a kennel’s care due to her protective and aggressive behavior.


Training Enzo — Rowdy to Relaxed

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Meet Enzo, a very excitable and hyper 10-month-old chocolate Lab whose owners wondered, could he possibly go from rowdy to relaxed?


“Place” Command – Dog Training

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For once we get to watch Jerry work with HIS OWN DOG, an adorable 5-year-old Golden Retriever, Calvin. Watch as Jerry takes Calvin to a few different locations working on the "place" command – beginning in a very familiar setting and moving on to new and exciting locations.


My Most Challenging Dog Became My Most Loyal Companion

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I remember when I was 6 years old in 1960 asking my parents if we could get a dog. I didn’t hear a thing from them until about a week later when my Dad returned home with a full grown male German shepherd named Duke. Now that was a strong move to the hoop when you’re 6!


TWHW is “Making It” on the big screen!

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This September, PBS's "Making It" Series aired an interview with our very own Jerry Barnes — showcasing his game-changing custom slip harness.


Attention Behaviors

Attention Behaviors: Be Your Dog’s Leader

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It’s always a joy to see a new dog in our kennel whose overall behavior is better than average. That is exactly what happened with my new friend Leo, an adolescent chocolate Labradoodle.


calming a high energy dog

Calming a HIGH ENERGY Dog

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Calming a high energy dog can be as simple as riding a bike! Watch and learn how you can teach your dog to match his gait to you as you ride, giving both of you the benefit of some quality exercise.