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10/29/2025

SECONDS COUNT
This post is not advocating that dogs meet every other dog, but rather about how to go about it in a safer way, if and when it does happen.

The 3 second rule for dogs meeting each other is used as a guideline to help foster positive introductions, prevent either dog from feeling overwhelmed or trapped and prevent any potential reactivity and stress.

A short 3 second introduction is enough time to provide important information to both dogs.

Enough time and information for dogs to decide – “are you a threat?”, “do I like you?”, “do I want to learn more about you?”, “do I really dislike you?”, “do I want you to go away?” etc. Both dogs may not feel the same way – one may not be happy to engage while the other may want to.

All interactions should ideally happen like this, not just initially. Just like us, dogs can have off days – things like pain, trigger stacking, lack of sleep or a host of other reasons can influence a dog’s emotional state and whether a dog wants to interact or not.

There are countless times I have witnessed meetings or introductions between dogs that have gone on just a few seconds too long and have not ended well.

This can have long lasting effects on future behaviour when meeting other dogs.

Understanding body language is critically important. If we are going to share our lives with another species, protect them, advocate for them and help them feel safe, then we need to understand and respect their language.

The examples in this post of red and green flags are just a few general ones to look out for – there are many more and these will differ depending on the individual dog, context and circumstances.

Here are some resources that provide more detailed information about body language –

The Veterinary Behaviour Centre
https://bit.ly/4hwC8k1

On Talking Terms With Dogs - Calming Signals, 2nd Edition by Turid Rugaas
https://bit.ly/4oftWqW

Make sure those first 3 seconds count – they can make all the difference.

10/25/2025

10/24/2025

🎃🐾 KEEPING YOUR DOG CALM(ISH) THIS HALLOWEEN 🐾🎃

Halloween can be a real fright fest for dogs — doorbells, costumes, creepy noises, and candy everywhere! Here’s how to keep your four-legged bestie cool when the world gets spooky:

🧘‍♀️ 1. Set the Scene for Serenity
Turn off the porch light, cue up some calming music, and make a cozy den away from the front door. Think “spa day,” not “haunted house.”

🎭 2. Costumes Optional, Calm Mandatory
If your dog’s outfit makes them freeze, scratch, or side-eye you like you’ve lost your mind… skip it. A happy tail beats a cute photo any day.

🐾 3. Keep Them Busy
Stuff a Kong, offer a long-lasting chew, or play a scent game to keep their brain (and stress levels) occupied while the world goes bump outside.

💤 4. Calm Energy = Calm Dog
Be the calm you want to see in your dog. Breathe deep, sip your pumpkin spice, and move the candy bowl down the driveway — because nothing says “Halloween panic” like 47 doorbell rings and a dog who thinks you’re under siege.

🎃 Bonus Trick:
A little pre-party walk or training session helps burn off that spooky energy before it builds up. A tired dog = a peaceful night!

Want a calmer, happier dog — on Halloween and every other night?
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With Cass-Cade, LLC you will learn effective dog training and behavior modification techniques to build a stronger bond with your pet. Expert tips, positive reinforcement methods, and customized training solutions for every dog

10/17/2025

Moving on up... The Cass-Cade, LLC website has officially launched-so excited!

With Cass-Cade, LLC you will learn effective dog training and behavior modification techniques to build a stronger bond with your pet. Expert tips, positive reinforcement methods, and customized training solutions for every dog