Celebrities Dogs The Ability Explosion Luncheon and Simulation Event was a huge success, even for homeless and service dogs alike. The mayor Philip Levine and the commissioners graciously participated in the event to bring awareness to the obstacles and challenges others face on a daily basis. Awareness and compassion bring change. The day began with […]
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LIMA Dog Training?
What Is LIMA Dog Training? The Foible of Inclusivity in “Teaching.” Is LIMA dog training humane? Why LIMA Is Not Enough Disclaimer: I practice veganism and Buddhism which regardless of which lineage you follow has nonharm to all sentient beings as a core value and practice. Hence, the ethics and morals that guide me do […]
Steve Guttenberg Teams Up With Russell Hartstein of Fun Paw Care
Steve Guttenberg Teams Up With Russell Hartstein Of Fun Paw Care Supporting Service Dogs & Homeless Dogs in Conjunction with 2 Noteworthy Charities! I am thrilled to announce: film star, actor, dog lover, and one of my closest friends, Steve Guttenberg will be teaming up in support of Fun Paw Care to raise awareness for […]
8 Reasons Why Dogs Are Not Pack Animals
Are Dogs Pack Animals? Here are all of the dog aggression equipment, collars, harnesses and pet products that we recommend Check out our dog training Los Angeles and Southern California services or our phone and video consultations to get help from anywhere in the world! (Updated 2020) How many times have you heard that dogs […]
8 Reasons Why I Don’t Allow My Dogs In The Kitchen
Dogs In The Kitchen Are A Bad Idea (Updated 2020) Here are all of the dog products mentioned in this article and pet products that we recommend Check out our dog boot camp training in Los Angeles services if your dog is in the Greater Los Angeles or Southern California area or our phone and […]
Let’s Get Naked
Stripping Down With Your Dog (Updated 2020) How many of you have ever left the house to take your dog for a walk or to dog training outdoors without your phone? Not, many I would guess. I would like to suggest that you leave your phone behind and reap the great rewards of being “naked” on […]
The Science of Dog Training
Dog Training Is Simple (As long as you change) (Updated 2020) Do you want to change or do you want your dog to change when dog training? Los Angeles California families are often surprised to hear that they must change if they want their dog’s behavior to change. Even during our Los Angeles Dog Boot […]
My Dog Doesn’t Like Toys
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Generalization in Dog Training
The Importance Of Dog Training Generalization (Updated January 2023) Generalization definition or generalizing a dog’s behavior is the process of reproducing the desired behavior in various environments, settings, and conditions different from the initially trained behavior in the original environment. Generalization is also known as cross-contextualization and proofing (with distractions.) Training Your Dog For […]
Morals and Ethics of Dog Breeding
Rescue Don’t Buy (Updated 2020) “Nothing in the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. Here are all of the dog training, equipment, collars, harnesses, and pet products that we recommend Although my article focuses on irresponsible journalism and a specific dog breed (Briard’s) one can […]
Sports For Dogs or People
Ethics of Dog Sports Is that an oxymoron? Who regulates dog sports ethics? Dog sports, breeding, conformation, agility, obedience competition, working dogs…etc., are all so common that many don’t even blink an eye when they are mentioned. But who is looking out for a dogs’ rights and welfare? Dog Sports Analogue To People The well-off […]
Dogs in Extreme Sports
Do Dogs Belong In Extreme Sports? Here are some scenarios that I have seen on the news lately. A dog is stuffed into a backpack and worn by the pet parent as he base-jumps off a cliff. A dog is hooked up to a sling line and is dangling precariously, thousands of feet above a […]
Dogs Are Equipment & Property?
Pets Have No Rights (Updated 2020) In the United States and in most countries around the world, specieism persists while all other earth nonhuman animals (hereinafter called animals) are disregarded and afforded no rights. This is the sad state of affairs that needs to change for all animals to coexist, thrive, and live healthy lives. […]
Pet Store & Puppy Mill Dogs
Puppy Mills Online And In Stores (Updated 2020) Many people cannot resist the urge to buy a dog or cat from a puppy store or online website (most of which are puppy mills) or dog breeders, where the unscrupulous, unethical purveyors display dogs and cats like shiny inanimate objects. The real problem occurs once the […]
Doggie Daycare Problems (Part 3)
Is Dog Daycare Safe For Dogs? (Updated 2022) In Fun Paw Care’s final series about dog daycare, kennels, and dog boarding in Los Angeles, we discuss the suitability of these environments for pets. Dog daycare and dog kennels are not suitable or appropriate for most dogs as shown by peer-reviewed research of dogs’ stress levels […]
Roots & Shoots Jane Goodall Teams up with Russell Hartstein of Fun Paw Care
Jane Goodall Teams Up With Celebrity Dog Trainer Russell Hartstein There are very few times in life when you get to work with a hero. Dr. Jane Goodall is thrice a hero of humanity, animals, and the environment. When she came to Miami and asked if I would work with Roots & Shoots to train […]
Dog Daycare Problems (Part 2)
Dog Daycare Questions To Ask & What To Look For (Updated 2022) There are simply too many situations or reasons to mention why a great dog daycare would be healthy for your dog and why a poor dog daycare would be unhelpful or downright harmful for your dog. We think the cons for most dog […]
Dog Daycare Problems
Dog Daycare Dangers (Updated 2022) A friend and client had asked me to watch over their gorgeous dog whom I previously trained very well when he was a puppy. I was very excited to see him and to see how well he was doing. When I first saw him he was wearing his standard flat […]
The Mechanics of Dog Training
The Sport of Dog Training When I was a child, I wasn’t thinking about owning a dog training and pet service business in Los Angeles California. I wanted to play basketball just like Michael Jordan; I would watch him jump so high, run so fast, expertly shoot a ball from 30 feet away (nothing but net) into a […]
The Iditarod Dog Sled Race Kills Dogs In the Name of Tradition
The Iditarod Is Dangerous And Cruel As an author, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT), I feel compelled to respond to a recent article about Dorada, an Alaskan Husky who recently dropped dead because of the Iditarod dog sled race. Author Mark Derr of Psychology Today defends the race in his best […]
