Category Archives: Canine Psychology

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Beyond Dominance Theory: Unveiling the Truth About Dog Aggression and Modern Training Methods

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Rethinking Canine Behavior Beyond Dominance
03
Apr

The Dangers of Decades of Disinformation on Dogs, Dominance Theory, and Dog Aggression Training By Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP (Certified Canine Behaviorist and Behavior Consultant)  Introduction to Rethinking Canine Aggression Canine aggression is a widely discussed yet often misunderstood aspect of dog behavior. Historically framed within the context of dominance and power […]

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behavior modification, Canine Psychology, Dog Behavior Management, DogTraining, Evidenced-Based Training, Impulse Control, Managing Behaviors, Pet Well-Being, positive reinforcement

How to Teach Impulse Control in Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide

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How to teach a dog impulse control
11
Jan

How to Teach a Dog Impulse Control: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Modifying Impulse Control in Dogs By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP (Certified Dog Behavior Consultant/Dog Behaviorist) Defining Impulse Control in Canine Behavior Impulse control in dogs is a multifaceted aspect of canine behavior that involves their ability to manage spontaneous reactions […]

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Behavior Modificatio, Canine Psychology, DogTraining, Pet Well-Being

Comprehensive Guide, Reducing Dog Reactivity, and Evidence-Based Methods.

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16
Oct

Evidence-Based Training to Reduce Dog Reactivity: A Step-by-Step Guide for Lasting Behavior Change By Will Bangura, M.S., CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant. Introduction: This comprehensive training plan is designed to address a common but complex issue many pet parents face: reactivity and excessive barking in dogs when exposed to specific […]

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behavior modification, Canine Psychology, DogTraining, Ethical Dog Training

Classical Counter-Conditioning Treating Canine Aggression and Reactivity

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28
Sep

In Defense of Classics: Why Classical Counter-Conditioning Reigns Supreme in Treating Canine Aggression and Reactivity By Will Bangura, M.S., CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant In the nuanced world of canine behavioral therapy, there is no shortage of methods aimed at treating aggression and reactivity. While new approaches like Behavior Adjustment […]

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