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Handling fear periods: Emma's and Bailey's story

Handling fear periods: Emma's and Bailey's story

Puppies can go through two fear periods (8-11 weeks, and 6-18 months) when fears emerge; provide positive support
RANCH MUSINGS: Wealth in this world

RANCH MUSINGS: Wealth in this world

Surely being heavenly in our behavior while we are here should be its own reward. 
It's science: Why clicker training works with dogs

It's science: Why clicker training works with dogs

Clicker training is a fast, effective and scientifically-proven method
RANCH MUSINGS: Life on the land

RANCH MUSINGS: Life on the land

I don’t feel any superiority as a human in the midst of so much other life
EDITORIAL: Impaired driving, not good for anyone

EDITORIAL: Impaired driving, not good for anyone

Impaired driving is still one of the leading causes of criminal death in Canada
THE MOJ: The Vancouver Canucks season is on the line

THE MOJ: The Vancouver Canucks season is on the line

A 6-game junket that will have a huge impact on the Canucks playoff chances
How to train your dog's recall using a long lead

How to train your dog's recall using a long lead

Training recall with a long lead is the path toward future off-leash adventures
TRAILBLAZER CHRONICLES: Trail etiquette 101: Sharing the path

TRAILBLAZER CHRONICLES: Trail etiquette 101: Sharing the path

The more we support one another in these outdoor spaces, the stronger and more inclusive our communities become.   
"Look at That" protocol turns fear to confidence

"Look at That" protocol turns fear to confidence

Joe explains a technique that rewards dogs for noticing their triggers, turning triggers from negatives to positives
LETTER: Abbotsford resident charged $16 to swim in Vernon

LETTER: Abbotsford resident charged $16 to swim in Vernon

Charging visitors an unreasonable fee to use recreational facilities sends the wrong message and will hurt the economy in the long run