Author Archives: Dog Behaviorist

Counter-conditioning and desensitization: Exposure therapy for dogs

counter-conditioning and desensitization for dog anxiety

Counter-conditioning and desensitization: Exposure therapy for dogs    By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Counter-conditioning and desensitization for dogs are two commonly used techniques for helping dogs overcome fears and phobias. These techniques involve changing a dog’s emotional response to a specific stimulus by associating it with something positive. […]

Place Training for Dogs

Teaching a dog to go to its place or spot

“PLACE” TRAINING FOR DOGS:  How do you teach your dog to go to its “place” or “Spot”? By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant “Place” training for dogs is used in dog training to teach a dog to go to a specific location or piece of furniture, such as […]

Taming Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Proven Strategies to Help Your Furry Friend!

Dog Separation Anxiety

Taming Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Proven Strategies to Help Your Furry Friend! ‍ ‍By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant This article will discuss separation anxiety in dogs, the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options. We’ll also provide home remedies, dog separation anxiety training, and dog separation anxiety medication that […]

Reactive Dog Training: How to Manage Your Aggressive Dog

Reactive Dog Training

Reactive Dog Training: How to Safely Manage Your Aggressive Dog   By Will Bangura M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Reactive dog training is important for all dog owners, especially those with aggressive dogs. While it is true that all dogs can be trained, aggressive dogs require special attention and handling. It […]