Dog’s and owner’s problems. How not to confuse a problem with a symptom.

Avatar for Natalia MatusiakNatalia Matusiak
Most carers believe that a training course will solve all the problems. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth. Almost half of my clients who came to therapy came to me after completing (or during) an obedience course. None of them linked the occurrence of problems with training. They couldn't believe it when I explained the cause-and-effect relationships between training and a change in the approach to the dog (at the urging of the trainer) and the appearance of problem behaviour. ... Read More

Before the puppy comes to our house – part 1

Avatar for Natalia MatusiakNatalia Matusiak
Many people focus on the day when they can finally pick up the baby dog from the kennel and bring him home. Doubts and questions often arise a bit later. Meanwhile, the waiting period is the best time to prepare and gain knowledge (even basic one) in caring for a dog child. Once a puppy enters our life, finding extra time to browse the Internet can be more challenging than you might think. A four-legged toddler can turn the life of the whole family upside down. ... Read More