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Dog parks aren't the only way to socialize your pup. Try safer, more rewarding options that build connection and burn energy. #RaisingYourPetsNaturally

Protected: 6/25/25 Why I Don’t Recommend Dog Parks | And What to Do Instead (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on June 6, 2025 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior

Is your dog being stubborn?

How to Motivate a Stubborn Dog |Why Your Dog is Ignoring You and How to Help Them Listen (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on September 10, 2024September 18, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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Teach a dog not to door dash

How to Calm Your Dog at the Door: Effective Strategies for a Peaceful Exit (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on August 14, 2024August 21, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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Best Lightweight Harness for My Senior Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with Chiari Malformation(Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on July 3, 2024July 10, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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Is my senior dog too old for a puppy

IS MY SENIOR DOG TOO OLD FOR A PUPPY? TIPS FOR ADDING A PUPPY TO A MULTI-DOG HOUSEHOLD WITH A SENIOR (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on June 18, 2024June 26, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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Positive dog training to stop leash pulling

How to Teach Your Dog to Be Calm on A Leash (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on May 22, 2024May 29, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, Pet BehaviorTagged Dog barking at other dogs on walks, Dog distracted on walks, Dog lunging on walks, Dog pulling on leash excited, Dog reactivity on walks, How to control dog on walks, Leash manners for dogs, Leash training for dogs, loose leash walking, Out of control dog walking, Positive reinforcement dog training for walks, Stop dog pulling on leash, Train dog to walk nicely

Blind dog training

Caring for a Blind Dog: A Guide for Pet Parents (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on November 7, 2023April 3, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in natural pet careTagged blind dog, blind dog care, caring for a blind dog, how to care for a blind dog, tips for caring for a blind dog

Dog car anxiety tips

Overcoming Dog Car Anxiety: Tips for Dog Car Anxiety Desensitization (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on October 17, 2023April 3, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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Help for a dog scared of the leash

How to Train a Scared Dog to Walk on a Leash | How to Train a Dog That has Never Been on a Leash (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on May 16, 2023September 13, 2023 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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Dog barks all the time

How to Stop a Dog from Barking at People During a Walk | Stop a Dog From Barking at People

Posted on October 13, 2022October 19, 2022 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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