Also On Wellness
Posts by Colleen Pelar
I once loved a pit bull named Cheeseburger. He was big and strong, silly and social. He was wonderful with four kids he lived with. As a dog trainer, I am often asked what breed is best for families. Unfortunately it's not a simple question. Look beyond breed when choosing a dog. Do all pit bulls make good family pets? No. But some do. Similarly not all golden retrievers enjoy living with kids, but...
8/8/2007 7:00:00 AM
by Colleen Pelar The Dog Whisperer show is the canine version of Fear Factor, but the dogs are not willing participants. Many canine behavior problems are rooted in fear. These problems respond best to positive-reinforcement training methods, not forceful handling that suppresses behavior. The dogs on The Dog Whisperer gave no informed consent, yet they are subjected to forceful "treatment" of their...
7/9/2007 9:21:20 PM