Roman Gottfried
Relational Canine Behavior Through a Holistic ...

Your dog’s behavior is shaped by relationships—not just commands. Explore how trust, empathy, and positive reinforcement can deepen your bond and motivate better behavior. Learn to guide your dog through a holistic, relationship-focused approach to training.

Roman Gottfried
Understanding Dog Dementia

As our dogs age, some may develop cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS), or dog dementia, leading to confusion, anxiety, and changes in behavior. Having faced this challenge with my own aging dogs, I know that with the right support, dogs with dementia can still live joyful lives. In this guide, I’ll share signs to watch for, along with holistic strategies to help your dog feel secure, comfortable, and loved through every stage of aging.

Understanding Dog Dementia
Wellfare, Behavior, Educational , Dog Training, medical
Roman Gottfried
Pica in Dogs
Roman Gottfried
The Five Freedoms for Raising a Happy Puppy

Discover the Five Freedoms every puppy needs to grow happy and healthy. From proper nutrition and a comfy bed to playtime and gentle training, learn how to give your puppy the best life possible!

The Five Freedoms for Raising a Happy Puppy
Roman Gottfried
The Sad Truth About Board and Train

Excerpt for Blog: The Sad Truth About Board and Train: Why Your Dog Needs You in the Process (and How Remote Training Can Help)

Board and train programs seem like a convenient solution—you drop your dog off, they come back "fixed." But I’ve learned through years of experience that real, lasting change doesn’t happen in isolation; it happens when you’re part of the process.

When dogs are removed from their comfort zones and placed in unfamiliar environments, they often become stressed, anxious, or even develop new issues. The sad truth is that many board and train facilities can’t replicate the specific environment where your dog struggles, like the home they’re guarding or the yard they’re territorial over. Plus, without you in the picture, who will they bond with and learn to trust?

Remote training, on the other hand, keeps your dog where they’re comfortable and allows you to take an active role. Not only does it build trust between you and your dog, but it also addresses their unique emotional needs in real-time, in the environment where the behaviors actually matter. It’s not about a quick fix; it’s about building a strong, lasting relationship that helps your dog feel safe, confident, and connected.

If you’re curious about how remote training can truly benefit you and your dog, let’s chat! Here’s the link to get started: https://holisticdogtraining.as.me/Short-Web

The Sad Truth About Board and Train

Dog Psychology

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How your dog wants to be walked.

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How your dog wants to be walked.

Every time you walk down the street, you’ll see at least one person being dragged by their dog. When the dog pulls, they pull back, and sometimes a full-on tug-of-war happens. It’s not a fun experience for either the dog or the person.

Unpleasant walks are one of the main reasons that people get a dog trainer, and many of my clients have a problem with it when they first hire me. Most trainers will tell you that it’s a reflex for a dog to pull on the leash, but the behavior goes much deeper than an involuntary response.

 

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27 Reasons Why to NEVER Use Shock Collars

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For those who are pro-e-collar,
Here is my challenge:
Use it on your spouse.
Explain to them what you're up to,
and instead of asking them to do something, use the "tool.”
At the end of the day, ask them how "free" they felt, how much trust they had in their decisions, and what they felt during the stimulus control.

If you don't like my association and comparison between humans and dogs, it's ok.
Just a heads up that all mammals are emotionally intelligent.