The S.P.A.C.E. Trust Ladder helps anxious rescue dogs feel safe at a nervous-system level: S = Safety: create emotional safety + reduce overwhelm P = Predictability: simple routines
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The S.P.A.C.E. Trust Ladder helps anxious rescue dogs feel safe at a nervous-system level: S = Safety: create emotional safety + reduce overwhelm P = Predictability: simple routines
TL;DR — If your dog seems clingy, restless, barky, or unable to settle during the holidays, nothing is “wrong” with them. Holiday stress in dogs is incredibly common.
Adopting a rescue dog is one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. But let’s be real… it’s not always the smooth “happily-ever-after” story we imagine. Rescue
Do you have a rescue dog who struggles with anxiety? My dog, Ginger, suffers from anxiety and so do many of the Rescue Dogs 101 community members dogs’.
Your dog might hide, shake, bark, or tuck their tail when a man walks by, and you may wonder why. When a dog is scared of men, it’s
Your dog’s licking behavior might seem like a simple, sometimes annoying act, but it’s packed with layers of meaning. From slobbery kisses on your face to enthusiastic washing of your hands or
This is a complete guide to training your rescue dog, based on my experiences with my own dogs and foster dogs. Training a new rescue dog is not much different from
Why won’t my dog play with toys? Should I be worried, or is it normal? Playing with your dog’s favorite toy together can be fun, but what do
Did you adopt your dog dreaming of taking long walks together, but instead ended up not being able to take them outside without fearing the worst? If taking
Socializing your puppy is the single most important step in raising a happy and well-balanced dog. Puppy socialization is crucial for their development and is not just about