The Animal Nerd

04/22/2026

https://animalnerd.com/fostering-again/

We're fostering another collie, this time we are taking care of a senior girl

02/08/2026

What Are You Unconsciously Saying to Your Dog? More on Social Referencing
https://animalnerd.com/what-are-you-unconsciously-saying-to-your-dog-more-on-social-referencing/

12/25/2025

https://animalnerd.com/adventures-in-fostering-a-dog-part-2/

10/25/2025

https://animalnerd.com/adventures-in-fostering-a-dog/

Fostering a dog is a kind and generous thing to do, and it is personally rewarding. But it is something that should only be done after careful consideration

07/20/2025

https://animalnerd.com/muzzle-training-your-dog-a-necessary-safety-measure/

I recommend that every pet dog be familiarized with a muzzle and be accustomed to wearing one, for his safety as well as yours.

06/06/2025

https://animalnerd.com/providing-a-dog-with-choices-in-overcoming-behavioral-issues/

A large dog's reluctance to ride in new owner's car endangered his adoption from our shelter. Allowing him choices helped overcome it.

05/16/2025

https://animalnerd.com/recent-changes-to-ccpdt-policy-statements-on-lima-and-aversive-training-methods/

The CCPDT has updated its policy related to Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive behavioral modification and on the use of aversive training methods.

04/14/2025

https://animalnerd.com/caring-for-your-pet-dogs-teeth/

This article addresses the need and methods of caring for our dogs' teeth, which is an essential part of their overall health.

02/24/2025

https://animalnerd.com/adoption-story-week-twelve/

02/02/2025

https://animalnerd.com/working-with-a-leash-reactive-dog/

In this post I discuss the methods I am using to help a newly adopted dog overcome her reactivity to passing cars and the presence of other dogs.