The Dog Gone Positive Way

Throwback TV Interview: Choosing the Right Dog for You | The Dog Gone Positive Way

We're going back to the early 2000s for a special throwback episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way! In this throwback television interview on Daytime, airing on WFLA News

Who’s Protecting Your Dog?

In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, I examine the shocking animal-cruelty case involving a Connecticut woman accused of repeatedly using a shock collar on a cag

Balanced Training & Shock Collars: What Are We Really Teaching?

In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, I’m reviewing a training short from a balanced dog-training company that uses a shock collar as part of its training approac

When Are You Ready for Another Dog? | Peggy Frezon, Part 5

In the final part of my conversation with Peggy Frezon, author of Goodbye to a Good Dog, we discuss a deeply personal question many people face after losing a beloved pet

Honoring Their Memory and the Hope of Heaven | Peggy Frezon, Part 4

How do we honor a beloved dog after they’re gone? In Part 4 of my conversation with Peggy Frezon, author of Goodbye to a Good Dog, we explore the many meaningful ways pe

Saying Goodbye with Love: Knowing When the Time Is Right | Peggy Frezon, Part 3

In Part 3 of my conversation with Peggy Frezon, author of Goodbye to a Good Dog, we discuss one of the most painful decisions a pet owner may ever face: knowing when it i

Wheelchair Repair Nightmare Part 2: They Said It Was Fixed

My wheelchair repair nightmare continues. In Part 2, I took my chair to another medical equipment specialist who told me the problem was fixed. Unfortunately, it wasn't.

When Grief Begins Before Goodbye: Anticipatory Grief and Pet Loss | Peggy Frezon, Part 2

In Part 2 of my conversation with Peggy Frezon, author of Goodbye to a Good Dog: Healing, Comfort, and the Hope of Heaven After the Loss of Your Pet, we have an honest di

Why Senior Dogs Are Worth the Heartache | Goodbye to a Good Dog with Peggy Frezon – Part 1

In Part 1 of my conversation with author Peggy Frezon, we discuss her new book, Goodbye to a Good Dog: Healing, Comfort, and the Hope of Heaven After the Loss of Your Pet

36 Border Collies Rescued: How Did This Go On for Years?

A Palm City, Florida, woman is facing 72 charges after 36 Border Collies were rescued from horrifying living conditions. Authorities say the dogs were confined inside a h

SPECIAL EPISODE: Catastrophic Wheelchair Repair Took My Independence

This week's episode is different. I'm stepping away from dog training to share something very personal that's happening to me right now. This documents my experience wit

Balance Training Part 4: Is It Animal Abuse? Science, Ethics & Better Alternatives

n Part 4 of my Balance Training series, I explore one of the most controversial questions in dog training: Is balance training animal abuse? We discuss why some trainers

Balance Training Part 3: Certifications, Credentials & Choosing the Right Dog Trainer

In Part 3 of my Balance Training series, I take a closer look at what pet owners should consider before hiring a dog trainer. We discuss certifications, what they really

Balance Training & Animal Welfare – Part 2: Trust Over Fear

What does it really mean to build a strong relationship with your dog? In Part 2 of this series, I dive deeper into why trust, communication, and positive reinforcement c

Balance Training for Dogs: What Every Pet Parent Should Know (Part 1)

What exactly is "balanced" dog training, and what does that term really mean? In Part 1 of this series, I take a closer look at balanced training, punishment, and the po

Heat Stroke Can Turn Deadly Fast: What Every Pet Owner Should Know

As temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat stroke in our pets. In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, we're discussing one of the most serious warm-weather eme

Fourth of July Fireworks: Helping Dogs & Cats with Noise Phobia

Fireworks may be fun for us, but they can be frightening for our pets. In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, I discuss noise phobia in dogs and cats and share pra

House Training 101: My 5-Step Guide to Raising a Potty-Trained Puppy 🐾

Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but house training can feel overwhelming if you don't have a plan. In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, I'm sharing my 5-S

Tony's Pancreatitis Scare: Emergency Vet, Bloodwork & Dog Food

When Tony suddenly became sick, we found ourselves making an unexpected trip to the emergency veterinarian. In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, I share Tony's p

Unboxing My Global Pet Expo Swag Bag + A FurZapper Giveaway!

Join me for a fun behind-the-scenes look at everything I brought home from this year's Global Pet Expo! In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, I'm digging through