Wag the Dog

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Does Your Dog's Life Matter?

Several times recently I have met with folks who are coming to me after working with more... traditional... trainers. I just have one question for folks who train this way. ...more

Dog Tranining Tips ,Dog psychology &Ethics

February 06, 2026•11 min read

The Unpleasant Truth About Good Dogs

It's a truth that the vast majority of dog trainers refuse to accept or admit: good dogs are born, not trained. ...more

Service Dogs ,Dog psychology &Dog Training Tips

April 25, 2025•12 min read

Fantastic, Fine, and Forbidden: Setting Boundaries For Dogs

Amelia and I joke that we moonlight as therapists. This feels especially true when we have to discuss setting boundaries. ...more

Dog Training Tips

April 22, 2025•9 min read

We work on land which was taken from the nations who had lived here for thousands of years. They are still here and they are still waiting patiently for us to stop being jerks about it.