by Kate LaSala | Nov 15, 2021 | Dog Training, Rescue Dogs, Separation Anxiety
As a quick reference guide, I’m compiling my separation anxiety posts and downloads here in one place (and I will try to update it moving forward). With the launch of my Separation Anxiety Training Foundations (SATF) course, a lot of people are looking...
by Kate LaSala | Nov 8, 2021 | Dog Training, Rescue Dogs, Separation Anxiety
Last week I excitedly announced the release of my upcoming course, Separation Anxiety Training Foundations. Today I’m thrilled to finally share it with you! This has been many months in the making and I would be remiss if I didn’t thank my...
by Kate LaSala | Nov 1, 2021 | Dog Training, Rescue Dogs, Separation Anxiety
I am thrilled to finally announce a huge project I’ve been working on behind the scenes for many, many months! Next week I will be launching my first self-paced course though my website. As my separation anxiety clients have increased over the last year...
by Kate LaSala | Oct 11, 2021 | Dog Training, Puppy Training
This is probably one of my most asked questions from clients. And if it’s not that, they’re telling me “But, my dog isn’t food motivated.” I understand – having food on you all the time is annoying! But more often than the...
by Kate LaSala | Jul 5, 2021 | Dog Training, Dog Training Regulation, Fear, Aggression and Reactivity, Rescue Dogs
It can be exhausting and emotional living with a fearful dog. Whether your dog is struggling with stranger danger, separation anxiety, resource guarding or any other fear based behavioral issue, as much as you love your dog, on some days I’m sure...
by Kate LaSala | May 17, 2021 | Dog Training, Dogs and Babies and Kids
You’re expecting a baby and this is an exciting time. But maybe you’re also a little worried about your first baby, your dog, and how he might react to your new human baby. As a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator and a certified behavior consultant and trainer whose...
by Kate LaSala | Apr 6, 2021 | Dog Training
There is no substitute for quality training and behavior modification but there are a lot of management strategies to manage or overcome unexpected situations when they occur so your dog isn’t practicing doing the wrong thing. Sometimes having the right...
by Kate LaSala | Mar 23, 2021 | Dog Training, Dogs and Babies and Kids
To wrap up my Bringing Home Baby series, I’m happy to release my newest free guide for you, 10 Dos and Don’ts When Introducing Your Dog to Your New Baby. DOWNLOAD HERE. And don’t forget, to join me for a free Facebook Live Q&A on dogs and...
by Kate LaSala | Mar 22, 2021 | Dog Training, Dogs and Babies and Kids
This is the final installment of my Bringing Home Baby series. Check back tomorrow for a big free release right here and don’t forget to join me for a free Facebook Live Q&A on dogs and babies with my special guest, Katherine Davidson, CTC, CSAT and...
by Kate LaSala | Mar 15, 2021 | Dog Training, Dogs and Babies and Kids
This is the fourth installment of my Bringing Home Baby series and I’ll be discussing the important topic of dog body language and the importance of not punishing your dog if or when he growls to communicate he’s uncomfortable or upset. I know, you...