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10/22/2026

Sadly, this is a common scenario.

Don’t allow a history of bad social interactions and then wonder why your “sweet, perfect, friendly” dog got in a fight.

Any dog can get in a fight.

The golden doesn’t know how to correct the poodle mix.

The poodle mix doesn’t know how to read the golden’s avoidance.

That golden might be the most patient, submissive dog in the world, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have limits. If it gets harassed enough, it may eventually snap (over correct) or develop a fear of other dogs because it knows its human will not intervene.

If the poodle mix pesters a less tolerant dog (which is not automatically a bad thing — it might just mean a dog who knows how to stick up for itself), it will be corrected (which, again, is not a bad thing).

❗️However, a correction to a poorly mannered dog can easily escalate into a fight. ‼️ And given that most “dog lovers” know very little about dog behavior, that is dangerous.

10/20/2026

It’s called Roo glitter, and it’s priceless ✨🧡💛

10/19/2026

Discipline grants freedom. Not to mention it’s incredibly fun watching a dog be a dog. ❤️

10/16/2026

Sad boy Vinny. He thinks fall is overrated.

10/14/2026

As with most transformations, this progress wasn’t linear.

Some days it felt like one step forward and two steps back, but here’s what kept me going:

💜 Clara was a completely different dog at our meet & greet. She was confident, lively, attentive, and affectionate. I knew that side of her existed, so I knew I wasn’t working towards an impossible reality.

💜 Her owner gave me a heads up, and we discussed Clara’s personality extensively. His transparency set me and Clara up for success. He also fully expected that we may not even get outside during our first several visits.

💜 Surprise surprise (or not) — I spend a shocking amount of time studying dog body language. One, I think it’s interesting. Two, it helps me understand dogs better. Three, it helps me NOT put myself in situations to get bitten.

With a fearful avoidant dog like this, it likely would’ve been my fault if she had bitten me. 💥 Her primary stress response is deflecting, not attacking. Even so, all dogs have their limits.

10/13/2026

These are a few ways that a dog can indicate it actually wants to be pet. But every dog is different, so get to know the dog in front of you. 🫶🏼

10/12/2026

Don’t pet a nervous dog before it’s ready. That’s a great way to disrespect the dog, rush/damage the relationship, or get bitten. 💥 Petting doesn’t provide comfort to dogs who don’t trust you.

10/10/2026

A dog’s biddability is its natural desire to work cooperatively and take direction from humans. 😌

This isn’t related to intelligence.

It’s a marker for how much you have to prove yourself to your dog.

Highly biddable breeds like the Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, and Border Collie inherently believe humans are interesting and have good ideas. They were bred to work alongside humans. 💛

Low biddable breeds like the Shiba Inu, Husky, and Great Pyrenees need reasons to think you’re worth listening to. They were bred to be independent decision makers. 🩵

It’s why Zuri (the Lab puppy in this video) checks in with me like every 5 seconds unprompted and Loki, for instance, (an adult Shiba Inu we know and love) doesn’t make eye contact with me unless I ask. 😆 And even then, he may not care unless I have food.

It’s not to say low biddability is a bad thing. It’s a trait, not a flaw.

And it’s not to say high biddability means you don’t have to train.

But couple low biddability with a high prey drive, for instance, and that’s why some dogs are “harder” than others.

Think about things like this when selecting a breed. 👇🏼

😍 Do you want a dog who’s easily obsessed with you? They may constantly seek attention from strangers.
😎 Do you want an independent thinker who’s less prone to separation anxiety? They will make you work extremely hard for the bond you have.
➡️ Again, traits, not flaws.

Both can be extremely rewarding, and there’s a middle ground. Choose wisely. 😉

A heeler mix not acting like a Golden Retriever isn’t something that needs to be fixed. 🚫Roo doesn’t need to be more “so...
10/08/2026

A heeler mix not acting like a Golden Retriever isn’t something that needs to be fixed. 🚫

Roo doesn’t need to be more “socialized.” She simply needs time to warm up to new people.

I say this because when we see strangers out and about, she’s indifferent. She minds her business. 👸🏼

We don’t need unnecessary stress, so I say, “No, thanks.”

Roo handles necessary stress at her own pace, knowing that her humans will push her but trusting them to keep her safe. 🧡💛

Examples of necessary stress include going to the vet or getting used to a pet sitter.

Roo is happy to spend a calm evening with you. I’ve actually been fortunate enough to introduce her to many of my friends. 😌

But quick, likely intrusive greetings on the sidewalk? ❌

I say, “No,” so Roo doesn’t have to.

Inspired by sukipatooki 💃🏾

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