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Copyright©2012 by Karyn Garvin

Most people would agree that they would do almost anything to keep their dogs safe at home. We love our dogs; they are important members of our family. The idea of anything happening to them is horrifying. Yet thousands of dogs, even well trained dogs are still running away from home. . . . → Read More: Mixed Messages

In my earlier years, I fell into the trap of believing that certain dog behaviors were bad. As a matter of fact, the first book that I carried around like a Bible in the 1970s was titled “Behavior Problems In Dogs,” published by the American Veterinary Association. The problem in today’s world . . . → Read More: Divine By Nature … Not By Behavior

Recently I went to a very interesting and unusual appointment at a client’s home.  Typically when I arrive, I am carrying a 5×7 card, which my office has given me, containing the client’s information.  The notes on this particular card told me that this family had two dogs, Winchester and Malcolm, and that they were not . . . → Read More: The Evidence Did Not Add Up

Today, I went for an early morning walk with a former client of mine.  She is very dog- savvy, having owned, trained and shown a number of dogs in her lifetime.  But even with all of her experience she needed a little professional assurance.

The dog she has now is a huge, powerful, unneutered, young male Doberman . . . → Read More: It’s just a choice …

Words are indeed powerful.  One word that holds deep meaning for me is the word “Greater.”

Have you ever wondered, as I have wondered, if the life of a human being is “Greater” than the life of one of God’s creatures?

As a young child living in India, I met a man who held all animals in the . . . → Read More: The Word … “Greater”

My dearest friend, Diane Rath is in hospice at this moment and will be making her transition any day now. Diane is also the most talented artist I have ever known. She blessed my book, Dogs Do Go to Heaven with the painting for its cover.

I had the privilege of spending time with her recently as . . . → Read More: Heartfelt

Copyright © 2011 by Karyn Garvin

It is very important to do everything possible to reduce your dog’s anxiety during thunderstorms.  Dogs’ fears of thunderstorms tend to worsen with age.  By minimizing their anxiety level, you will also minimize the progression of worsening symptoms over the years.

Since no two dogs are exactly alike, calming techniques that . . . → Read More: Managing Thunderstorm Phobia

When people get a new dog, they may think: “One of the things I’m going to do with my dog is go to the dog park or take it to a dog day care.”  That could be a good idea, or maybe not.  How would you know?

The age of your dog is a good indicator. Puppies . . . → Read More: Dogs Grow Up

The story I’m about to share with you happened well over 30 years ago. It is a true story that has helped guide me throughout my career as a dog trainer.  Its message is about moving on and not dragging the past into the present.  Dragging the past into the present will oftentimes handicap us.  Being . . . → Read More: Don’t Handicap Your Pet Copyright © 2011 by Karyn Garvin

Eating Disorders in Dogs

Yesterday I learned of another story whereby one of our client’s puppies was on its way to the veterinarian for consuming non-eatable things.

PLEASE Read the following article and share it with your friends. Then read Paula’s testimony about her experience with her dog.

Thank You

Love,

Karyn

Who Said You Shouldn’t . . . → Read More: Eating Disorders in Dogs