There are many trite inspirational sayings and anecdotes about embracing challenge and struggle in life, […]

In the Spring of 1998, I purchased a home surrounded by forestland. Having grown up […]

Last year I wrote a blog suggesting that keeping a pet forever no matter what […]

Just for fun, here is some video of me and London wrestling and playing last […]

I thought some of you might enjoy this video highlighting a few of the adventures […]

A woman left her dog in a crate in her car while she went into […]

A few weeks ago, I had one of the worst experiences of my life: my […]

Some of you might enjoy this video of a young grizzly bear playing, socializing, and […]

One day in September, it was quite hot here, and I was walking to my […]

A few days ago, I heard some sounds coming from the attic and began to […]

Click Here to Meet the Animals The Story of Making of the Greatest Music Video […]

For those who met Titan while he was staying with us, or watched his videos […]

It is difficult to believe that ten years have passed since we raised the “Litter […]

We have been caring for a young Bengal tiger named Titan.  He was 8 weeks […]

Our Flint turned 16 a few weeks ago, and we cut together a quick video […]

Many, many years ago, my young Newfoundland Tillie and I were hiking down the Rio […]

Sometimes in training we seek not only to teach a new behavior, but also to […]

We got a call for a project that needed an antelope lifting his head suddenly […]

Lauren and I took several dogs for a hike to the waterfall and a lovely […]

There is a conceptual fallacy that has existed for many years but seems to have recently increased […]

In February, Pat Patrick and Emily Dennis were arrested on charges of dog fighting. Ostensibly […]

It was around 1992, when I knew much less than I do today, but thought […]

There are many articles on the internet about neutering: pros, cons, optimal age, etc.… And […]

Your veterinarian is a crucial part of the team keeping your pet healthy, and they […]

I hear often from people whose pets “hate” baths, or having their nails done, or […]

  TMZ recently released a video showing a German Shepherd being forced into the water […]

The Fourth of July signifies American independence, barbeques, celebration, fireworks, and unfortunately many frightened dogs. […]

The recent announcement that SeaWorld is ending their orca program and forging an alliance with […]

This post is not a judgment of anything you may have done!  I do not […]

A few weeks ago, I had one of the worst experiences of my life: my […]

This past week our Mal-n-Collie “Flint” turned 18, and several people asked me a question […]

Parasite prevention is a very circumstantial endeavor.  What works perfectly in one situation may fail […]

We have been caring for a young Bengal tiger named Titan.  He was 8 weeks […]

Today was one of those days when you try to stay inside.  We mulled cider, […]

Every conscientious animal lover wrestles with the question: what is the best, happiest, longest, richest […]

Every year Loki and I spent a week at the county Fair, doing demos and […]

In general, dogs should not be clipped in order to keep them cool. Logically and […]

  Many people react strongly to a pet in clothes.  “Demeaning, stupid, absurd, ridiculous…”  The […]

One of the most important tools utilized by most animal owners is fencing. Fencing keeps […]

You have entered into a very exciting moral contract with a dog.  It will be […]

This protocol is anecdotal—we have not applied a rigorous scientific approach—we had a single sample, […]

You have a puppy that is going to the bathroom in the house. This is […]

Like just about everyone who has ever faced this question, I continually re-examine my view.  […]

One of our primary responsibilities as animal owners is to ensure their psychological welfare, and […]

Most dogs are under-conditioned and overweight.  This is a huge problem in dogs as it […]

The cornerstone of good health is good nutrition. The “debate” concerning what represents optimum nutrition […]

One of the first and most critical decisions that needs to be made by any […]

A registry to track persons convicted of animal abuse would cause great harm to innocent […]

Most readers are likely aware that Western black rhinos went extinct in recent years.  By […]

A woman left her dog in a crate in her car while she went into […]

In all likelihood, tomorrow morning HB4021 will pass the Oregon House, and then will move […]

AKC’s Canine Good Citizen program is in many ways excellent: it invites people to begin […]

Whenever any animal care issue is discussed in the media or in the legislature, Animal […]

Here is what I said to the judiciary committe on SB303A: Good afternoon Chair and […]

The first Environment and Natural Resources Senate Committee meeting on SB391 on 5 March 2009 […]

  For three hours we heard testimony on this bill, and there were some interesting […]

In Oregon, the 2009 Legislative Session is underway, and there are several proposed bills that […]

In February, Pat Patrick and Emily Dennis were arrested on charges of dog fighting. Ostensibly […]

Over the past few years, a bit of a disconnect has developed between many veterinarians […]

I have written many times about how and why education is critical to the life […]

  TMZ recently released a video showing a German Shepherd being forced into the water […]

In the Spring of 1998, I purchased a home surrounded by forestland. Having grown up […]

It is very, very sad that Harambe the gorilla was killed.  And even more sad […]

The recent announcement that SeaWorld is ending their orca program and forging an alliance with […]

The story of Noah is one of the earliest and most poignant tales of the […]

A registry to track persons convicted of animal abuse would cause great harm to innocent […]

Most readers are likely aware that Western black rhinos went extinct in recent years.  By […]

A woman left her dog in a crate in her car while she went into […]

Dear Dog, and other animal, Breeders, Over the past few years, dog breeders have been […]

Several people have asked me to comment on the incident in Ohio in which Terry […]

I generally avoid nature documentaries—they tend to contain so much misinformation that they make me […]

AKC’s Canine Good Citizen program is in many ways excellent: it invites people to begin […]

Whenever any animal care issue is discussed in the media or in the legislature, Animal […]

One day in September, it was quite hot here, and I was walking to my […]

On  February 24, 2010 in SeaWorld’s Shamu Stadium in Orlando, Florida, animal trainer Dawn Brancheau […]

Last week, arguing that orcas should not be kept in captivity, PETA president Ingrid Newkirk […]

Today was one of those days when you try to stay inside.  We mulled cider, […]

A vegan seeks to avoid all use of animals for food, clothing, or any other […]

Here is what I said to the judiciary committe on SB303A: Good afternoon Chair and […]

I am feeling lazy today, so I thought instead of writing a blog I would […]

  For three hours we heard testimony on this bill, and there were some interesting […]

In Oregon, the 2009 Legislative Session is underway, and there are several proposed bills that […]

In February, Pat Patrick and Emily Dennis were arrested on charges of dog fighting. Ostensibly […]

The AR movement started out with some excellent welfare/protection ideals: people saw that research animals […]

Many people assume when they hear about animal issues that the pro-animal people are on […]

The central notion of the Animal Rights movement is that “animals deserve consideration of their […]

Since Konrad Lorenz, or perhaps even earlier, anthropomorphism has been viewed as a cardinal sin […]

The recent announcement that SeaWorld is ending their orca program and forging an alliance with […]

Whether you acquire your dog from rescue or a breeder or some other path, you […]

Joe lives on a completely isolated island where he has the only dogs—a nice, happy, […]

Most readers are likely aware that Western black rhinos went extinct in recent years.  By […]

This post is not a judgment of anything you may have done!  I do not […]

Dear Dog, and other animal, Breeders, Over the past few years, dog breeders have been […]

I generally avoid nature documentaries—they tend to contain so much misinformation that they make me […]

On  February 24, 2010 in SeaWorld’s Shamu Stadium in Orlando, Florida, animal trainer Dawn Brancheau […]

Today was one of those days when you try to stay inside.  We mulled cider, […]

A vegan seeks to avoid all use of animals for food, clothing, or any other […]

“Do exotic animals make good pets?” is one of the most common sentences I hear, often […]

The central notion of the Animal Rights movement is that “animals deserve consideration of their […]

You have entered into a very exciting moral contract with a dog.  It will be […]

The recent announcement that SeaWorld is ending their orca program and forging an alliance with […]

  I love wolves and wolfdogs, and have previously written several articles on this blog […]

Most readers are likely aware that Western black rhinos went extinct in recent years.  By […]

Several people have asked me to comment on the incident in Ohio in which Terry […]

I generally avoid nature documentaries—they tend to contain so much misinformation that they make me […]

Some of you might enjoy this video of a young grizzly bear playing, socializing, and […]

One common argument as to why animals of species that have not been domesticated for […]

For those who met Titan while he was staying with us, or watched his videos […]

On  February 24, 2010 in SeaWorld’s Shamu Stadium in Orlando, Florida, animal trainer Dawn Brancheau […]

Last week, arguing that orcas should not be kept in captivity, PETA president Ingrid Newkirk […]

We have been caring for a young Bengal tiger named Titan.  He was 8 weeks […]

“Do exotic animals make good pets?” is one of the most common sentences I hear, often […]

There are respected, successful, talented, effective trainers at nearly every point along the spectrum of […]

Over the past few years, a bit of a disconnect has developed between many veterinarians […]

Your veterinarian is a crucial part of the team keeping your pet healthy, and they […]

A friend asked recently what was the best technique I have found for coping with […]

I have written many times about how and why education is critical to the life […]

One of the great gifts animals give us is helping us learn to be vulnerable, […]

Since Konrad Lorenz, or perhaps even earlier, anthropomorphism has been viewed as a cardinal sin […]

Several times recently parents have proudly told me—usually while their child was mauling an animal—that […]

The recent announcement that SeaWorld is ending their orca program and forging an alliance with […]

I encountered an interesting question on FB—if you were creating a quiz to test the […]

I was conversing with a friend recently who does not train her dogs beyond the […]

I have not yet seen Max, and have no opinion about the movie, although it […]

Whether you acquire your dog from rescue or a breeder or some other path, you […]

  I love wolves and wolfdogs, and have previously written several articles on this blog […]

My friend Doug and I were walking along an old logging road in the woods […]

A few weeks ago, I had one of the worst experiences of my life: my […]

­I am asked about Cesar Millan fairly regularly, generally by novice dog owners who are […]

This past week our Mal-n-Collie “Flint” turned 18, and several people asked me a question […]

Some of you might enjoy this video of a young grizzly bear playing, socializing, and […]

One common argument as to why animals of species that have not been domesticated for […]

Every conscientious animal lover wrestles with the question: what is the best, happiest, longest, richest […]

In general, dogs should not be clipped in order to keep them cool. Logically and […]

Considerable media and public attention have recently centered on the question of where a responsible […]

“Do exotic animals make good pets?” is one of the most common sentences I hear, often […]

  Many people react strongly to a pet in clothes.  “Demeaning, stupid, absurd, ridiculous…”  The […]

There is a conceptual fallacy that has existed for many years but seems to have recently increased […]

In February, Pat Patrick and Emily Dennis were arrested on charges of dog fighting. Ostensibly […]

One of the most important tools utilized by most animal owners is fencing. Fencing keeps […]

  TMZ recently released a video showing a German Shepherd being forced into the water […]

The story of Noah is one of the earliest and most poignant tales of the […]

The other day I read a list of fun facts about “The Wizard of Oz,” […]

Click Here to Meet the Animals The Story of Making of the Greatest Music Video […]

We got a call for a project that needed an antelope lifting his head suddenly […]

Over the past few years, a bit of a disconnect has developed between many veterinarians […]

There are many trite inspirational sayings and anecdotes about embracing challenge and struggle in life, […]

For most of the last twenty-five years, if you had asked me to define my […]

I have written many times about how and why education is critical to the life […]

One of the great gifts animals give us is helping us learn to be vulnerable, […]

This is somewhat embarrassing to share, but I thought it might be worthwhile: A little […]

Since Konrad Lorenz, or perhaps even earlier, anthropomorphism has been viewed as a cardinal sin […]

Several times recently parents have proudly told me—usually while their child was mauling an animal—that […]

The story of Noah is one of the earliest and most poignant tales of the […]

Dear Dog, and other animal, Breeders, Over the past few years, dog breeders have been […]

My friend Doug and I were walking along an old logging road in the woods […]

A few weeks ago, I had one of the worst experiences of my life: my […]

­I am asked about Cesar Millan fairly regularly, generally by novice dog owners who are […]

“We give dogs time we can spare, space we can spare and love we can […]

Whenever any animal care issue is discussed in the media or in the legislature, Animal […]

Click Here to Meet the Animals The Story of Making of the Greatest Music Video […]

Pavlov: we fed the chicken on the opposite side of the road each day at […]

It is difficult to believe that ten years have passed since we raised the “Litter […]

These new stamps are beautiful and encourage adoption. But I will not purchase them. I […]

You have probably read the “Rainbow Bridge,” or one of its several variations.  Each of […]

Every year Loki and I spent a week at the county Fair, doing demos and […]

For many years, Animal Planet was like a dream come true.  I could hardly believe […]

There are respected, successful, talented, effective trainers at nearly every point along the spectrum of […]

There are many trite inspirational sayings and anecdotes about embracing challenge and struggle in life, […]

For most of the last twenty-five years, if you had asked me to define my […]

I have written many times about how and why education is critical to the life […]

I hear often from people whose pets “hate” baths, or having their nails done, or […]

This is somewhat embarrassing to share, but I thought it might be worthwhile: A little […]

Several times recently parents have proudly told me—usually while their child was mauling an animal—that […]

Great animal training requires substantial knowledge and mechanical proficiency.  But perhaps even more, great training […]

The Fourth of July signifies American independence, barbeques, celebration, fireworks, and unfortunately many frightened dogs. […]

One puppy behavior that cannot be taught without help is how to meet new people.  […]

I found myself watching a novice obedience class a few nights ago, and I wanted […]

I was conversing with a friend recently who does not train her dogs beyond the […]

Some dog trainers, particularly those with less or a more narrow range of experience, believe […]

­I am asked about Cesar Millan fairly regularly, generally by novice dog owners who are […]

Some of you might enjoy this video of a young grizzly bear playing, socializing, and […]

I am a passionate advocate of swimming your dog.  It is one of the very […]

Your puppy is a delightful charmer most of the time, but when he has a […]

I was discussing with a friend what I believe are the primary activities to maximize […]

Pavlov: we fed the chicken on the opposite side of the road each day at […]

Our Flint turned 16 a few weeks ago, and we cut together a quick video […]

Sometimes in training we seek not only to teach a new behavior, but also to […]

We got a call for a project that needed an antelope lifting his head suddenly […]

Obviously I cannot cover all of animal training in a single article.  In this post, […]

  If addressed early it is fairly straightforward to teach most young dogs to relax […]

Socializing   In the past few years, puppy socialization has become a hot topic among […]

Some dogs have difficulties with linoleum ranging from a mild dislike to an outright phobia. […]

I just had the pleasure of watching a perfect 20 minute training session using what […]

You have a puppy that is going to the bathroom in the house. This is […]

One of the first lessons any young animal needs to learn is how and when […]