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Inspired by Dogs & Nature
It’s not that I wouldn’t love to film a Field Sparrow any time I had the chance. They are lovely birds. The reality is that, as a species that loves to hang out in in thick hedgerows alongside open fields, they are pretty elusive,… Continue Reading “Hey! What About Me?”
Poor baby raccoon. His condition isn’t funny, but I have tried to instill some levity in the situation! The outrageously engorged tick in his ear can’t be comfortable. This little one sauntered by as I was filming some bluebirds. I was able to witness… Continue Reading “Earbuds???”
benevolent [ buh-nev-uh-luhnt ] adjective I describe the type of Leadership that dog require as benevolent because, in my line of work as a dog trainer, I have learned that many people believe that leadership requires excessive force. On the contrary, dogs can recognize… Continue Reading “Benevolence”
A Turkey Vulture was noshing on something in the tall grass until he spotted me and took flight. And then he was gone.
Positive Reinforcement is a very valuable and potent training method. Don’t devalue your currency!!!
This Eastern Bluebird couple fledged their first brood from a different nest box a couple of weeks ago. Then, a House Wren pair took possession of the box and they are incubating eggs there. Now, these handsome Bluebirds are checking out this wooden box… Continue Reading “How About This One?”
Calm, Confident Comportment The most important attribute of a dog trainer. This is #2 is a series on Common Sense Dog Advice.
The art of calmly ignoring is a craft worth developing for use in many relationships. I teach dog owners that their puppy will mirror their energy. If they want a calm dog, they need to remain calm, themselves. I think this Eastern Bluebird father… Continue Reading ““Dad!!!!!””
While to some this bird may seem drag, its coloring is absolutely outshined by its amazing vocalizations which are reminiscent of tropical jungle melodies. It’s in the same family as the Northern Mockingbird, and it can mimic other birds’ songs like its relative. It… Continue Reading “The Oft Elusive Gray Catbird”
This is part of a new series of free advice I have decided to offer about common sense dog training. A Most Basic Strategy for Dog Happiness The Do Versus Don’t Principle My brain was struggling to catch up with my body as I… Continue Reading “Don’t Versus Do”
Tammie Rogers 