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What is Redirection?
by Bailey Coldwell A term that you have likely seen time and time again here at Baxter & Bella is “redirection”. But what exactly does...

BAXTER & Bella
2 days ago4 min read
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Are Retractable Leashes Helpful or Harmful?
by Heidi Atwood Pulling is one of the biggest challenges when teaching our puppies to walk nicely on a leash with us. Even a small dog...

BAXTER & Bella
May 74 min read
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The Energy You Bring is the Lesson They Learn:A therapist’s perspective on bringing self-awareness and presence to the puppy training journey.
Contributed by Jen Silacci, LCSW, a licensed therapist specializing in trauma and nervous system regulation — and a proud BAXTER & Bella...

BAXTER & Bella
Apr 305 min read
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Welcoming a Newborn Baby (and Surviving It)
by Amanda Crosland So, I recently had a baby girl and brought her home to three dogs and a toddler. Sounds like a nightmare, right?...

BAXTER & Bella
Apr 213 min read
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Feel Like Your Dog Is NOT Motivated By Food?
by Bailey Coldwell When bringing home a new puppy, you might have prepared by buying many bags of treats. You feel ready to get your...

BAXTER & Bella
Apr 166 min read
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Potty Training Your Puppy in an Apartment (Yes, It’s Totally Possible!)
by Courtney Goblirsch Potty training a puppy is tough, but potty training in an apartment? That’s a whole different level. Between...

BAXTER & Bella
Apr 92 min read
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Puppy or Velcro Dog? Teaching Independence in a Sticky Situation
by Courtney Goblirsch Does your puppy follow you from room to room? Sit outside the bathroom door like you’ve been gone for hours? Whine...

BAXTER & Bella
Apr 32 min read
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Navigating Dog Training with Multiple Handlers in Your Home
by Bailey Coldwell In many households there tends to be a primary dog handler, along with another person who isn’t as willing or able to...

BAXTER & Bella
Mar 256 min read
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Thriving Through the Teenage Phase: Daily Training & Engagement Activities for Adolescent Dogs
by Courtney Goblirsch Adolescence is a crucial stage in your dog’s development, typically starting around 6 months of age and lasting...

BAXTER & Bella
Mar 122 min read
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Moving Forward With Potty Training Your Dog
Bailey Coldwell You’ve had your puppy for a few weeks or a few months. They are lovely at going potty every time you bring them to their...

BAXTER & Bella
Mar 54 min read
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Challenges We Face as Dog Trainers
by Bailey Coldwell & Heidi Atwood We want you to know that there are parts of dog training and simply living with dogs that can be...

BAXTER & Bella
Feb 266 min read
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On-Leash Greetings
By Barbara Cannon Here at BAXTER and Bella, we put a lot of emphasis on the importance of socializing your puppy. We believe that it’s...

BAXTER & Bella
Feb 193 min read
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What Is A Service Dog?
By Barbara Cannon What is a service dog and what can a service dog do for you? Creative trainers and handlers are finding more and more...

BAXTER & Bella
Feb 124 min read
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Finding A Dog Sitter
by Bailey Coldwell Just like we want parents of kids to have some time to themselves, we also want parents of dogs to have some time to...

BAXTER & Bella
Jan 294 min read
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Inhibited Stress in Dogs
by Bailey Coldwell Being aware of our dog’s body language is important. We want to be able to tell when dogs are uncomfortable or...

BAXTER & Bella
Jan 15 min read
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Counter Surfing
by Bailey Coldwell Surfing is a fun activity for us humans. However, our dogs trying to “surf” on our tables and counters? Not so much....

BAXTER & Bella
Dec 25, 20245 min read
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Is This Normal Dog Behavior?
by Heidi Atwood We get this ALL THE TIME! As a lifelong “dog person”, I don’t remember a time without at least one canine companion. I...

BAXTER & Bella
Dec 18, 20244 min read
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What Is A Behaviorist?
By Barbara Cannon As trainers at BAXTER and Bella, we sometimes get requests for “behaviorist” referrals, or our clients come to us...

BAXTER & Bella
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Let’s Play! A Word About Dog Play Styles
By Barbara Cannon We often discuss the importance of understanding body language here at BAXTER and Bella. Understanding body language...

BAXTER & Bella
Dec 4, 20243 min read
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How To Enjoy The Holidays With Your Dog
by Bailey Coldwell The holidays can be a time of laughter, fun, and seeing loved ones you haven’t seen for a while. The holidays are also...

BAXTER & Bella
Nov 27, 20245 min read
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Does Your Dog Bark at the TV?
by Bailey Coldwell It is the end of a long day, and you just want to relax and watch TV. Perhaps cuddle with your dog. We don’t often...

BAXTER & Bella
Nov 21, 20244 min read
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The First Few Nights Home with Your New Dog
by Bailey Coldwell We’ve chatted about what the first day should look like with a puppy. Let’s take it a step further and talk about the...

BAXTER & Bella
Nov 12, 20246 min read
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The First Few Days Home with Your New Puppy
by Bailey Coldwell You’ve been planning to get a puppy for weeks, months, maybe even years now. The day has finally come. You are about...

BAXTER & Bella
Nov 6, 20247 min read
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Airplane Travel When Bringing A New Puppy Home
by Bailey Coldwell As more and more puppy families search for the perfect, reputable breeder, more and more people are flying with the...

BAXTER & Bella
Oct 22, 20246 min read
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