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Category: dog behavior

Discover why your dog always wants to be close! From leaning to sitting on your feet, explore the reasons behind this behavior. #RaisingYourPetsNaturally

Why Does My Dog Always Want to Be Close to Me? (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on April 9, 2025April 16, 2025 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

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Do dogs grieve

Do Pets Grieve? Helping Your Pet Through the Loss of a Companion (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on January 31, 2025February 5, 2025 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, Pet BehaviorTagged do animals understand death, do cats grieve, do dogs grieve, do pets grieve, do pets miss each other, helping a pet after loss, how to comfort a grieving pet, how to help a cat after losing a friend, how to help a dog after losing a friend, how to help a grieving pet, losing a pet companion, natural remedies for pet grief, pet bereavement, pet grief remedies, pet grief signs, pet grief support, pet loss and surviving pets, pet mourning behavior, saying goodbye to a pet, signs of grief in pets

Teaching a dog to be calm

How to Teach Your Dog or Puppy to Relax and Be Calm | Dog Relaxation Tips (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on January 2, 2025January 8, 2025 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behaviorTagged calm dog environment, calm dog training, dog behavior training, dog calming methods, dog relaxation techniques, dog relaxation tips, dog training for relaxation, how to calm a dog, natural dog care, puppy relaxation, relaxing your dog, stress-free dog, teach dog to relax

Training a dog to pay attention around food

Teaching Patience to Food-Driven Dogs: A Guide to Calm, Focused Training (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on November 6, 2024December 5, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Dog training tips for food-motivated dogs, Dog training without using high-value treats, Encouraging calm behavior in dogs during training, How to stop a dog from jumping for treats, How to train a dog to be calm around treats, Managing excitement in treat-driven dogs, Positive reinforcement for treat-driven dogs, Strategies for training hyperactive dogs with food reward, Teaching impulse control to dogs, Training tips for overly food-focused dogs

Why do dogs lick?

Why Does Your Dog Lick You? | How to Curb the Excessive Licking (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on September 24, 2024October 2, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged dog keeps licking, dog licking behavior, dog licking causes, dog licking medical reasons, dog licking paws constantly, dog licking remedies, dog licking solutions, dog obsessive licking, excessive licking in dogs, how to prevent dog licking, how to stop dog from licking everything, how to stop dog licking, why do dogs lick excessively, why does my dog lick so much

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

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged dog stubborn streak, dog training with play and sniffing, fun dog training tips, how to make a dog listen, how to motivate a stubborn dog, keeping dog training fun, my dog won't listen to me, positive dog training methods, positive reinforcement dog training, stubborn dog training solutions, what to do when a dog is trained but won't listen, why does my dog ignore me, why is my dog ignoring commands, why is my dog unmotivated, why would a dog suddenly stop listening to you

Managing Dog Obsessive Behaviors

Understanding and Managing Compulsive Behavior in Dogs (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on August 26, 2024September 4, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Behavior Modification for Compulsive Dogs, Canine Compulsive Behavior Solutions, Compulsive Behavior in Dogs, Compulsive Behavior Management for Dogs, Dog Anxiety and Compulsive Behaviors, Dog Behavior Issues Compulsive, Dog Compulsion Treatment, Dog Compulsive Disorders, Dog Enrichment for Compulsive Behaviors, Enrichment Activities for Dogs with Compulsive Behaviors, How to Stop Compulsive Behaviors in Dogs, Managing Compulsive Behaviors in Dogs, Managing Dog Obsessive Behaviors, Positive Reinforcement for Compulsive Dogs, Positive Training for Dog Compulsions, Preventing Compulsive Behaviors in Dogs, Reducing Compulsive Behavior in Dogs, Training for Compulsive Dog Behaviors, Training Tips for Compulsive Dog Behavior, Understanding Dog Compulsive Actions

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

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Calm dog behavior at the door, Calming excited dog at the door, Dog barking at door before walk, Dog door etiquette training, Dog goes crazy at the door, Dog stays calm at the door training, Dog training for calm exits, Doorway manners for dogs, How to calm a dog before going out the door, How to calm a dog before going outside, How to prevent door dashing in dogs, How to stop dog from getting excited at the door, Managing dog excitement before walks, Potty training tips for excited dogs, stop a dog from barking at the door, Stop dog from barking before going outside, Stop dog from rushing out the door, Teach dog door manners, Teaching a dog to stay calm when going outside, Tips for calming a dog at the door, Training a dog to be calm at the door

Behavior modification dog training

The Key to Changing Your Dog’s Behavior | Understanding the WHY and Root Cause (Early access for our Patreon community)

Posted on July 30, 2024August 7, 2024 by raisingyourpetsnaturallywithtonyawilhelm

Posted in dog behavior, dog trainingTagged Addressing dog behavior problems, Behavior modification for dogs, Dog behavior issues, Dog training advice, Dog training solutions, Long-term dog behavior change, Positive dog training tips, Root cause of dog behavior, Understanding dog behavior, why is my dog

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

Posted in dog behavior, Pet BehaviorTagged Adding puppy to multi-dog household with senior, Introducing puppy to senior dog, Is my senior dog too old for a puppy, Low energy puppy breeds for seniors, Preparing senior dog for new puppy, Senior dog and puppy compatibility, Signs senior dog doesn't want a puppy

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I have been a professional dog trainer for over two decades and I've even been named one of the top ten dog trainers in the US, twice! I love to spread the word about positive ways of preventing and managing behavior issues with a holistic approach. I look forward to you joining our happy community. x Tonya

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