It all begins with compassion, a dog who has unwanted of behavioral issues, and a drive to work through them with time, positive or neutral associations, and practice.

Each dog has a different up brining, genetics, and preferences. It’s best to keep that in mind when doing training, outings, and just overall well being for your pup.

My sketchy Border Collie, Doja, had a sheltered 1st year of her life. She was born into a stray pack of dogs in the country and lived that way for 6 months before a rescue group was able to help them out. Because she was not socialized in the human world and her already nervousness of a Border Collie, she will “tolerate” going for walks in city parks but prefers to stay away from people. You get her in the woods… oh my… she is living her best life!

The adorable Dachshund, Gandalf, on the other hand was very socialized in a positive way, absolutely loves humans and life in general. He can go anywhere with no issues including music concerts, live theater performances, and frequently goes to the hospital to give people love and help them feel better