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Barbara Shumannfang

Fresh Start to the New Year

As we enter the new year and begin 2017 together, there's no better time to start increasing or improving your dog training skills. It is likely that your dog has at least one behavior that you could live without, and Certified Professional Dog Trainer Barbara Shumannfang, PhD, is here to teach you… Read More +

Barbara Shumannfang

What? More Chewing?

Anyone who chooses to adopt a young puppy probably knows that it's normal to expect some chewing. Okay, probably a lot of chewing. But what you may not know is that many puppies experience a second round of this particular behavior at around seven to nine month old. If you… Read More +

Barbara Shumannfang

Living with Dogs When the Weather is Bad

North Carolina sees pretty mild weather in the winter compared to many other parts of the country. But that doesn't mean we don't get our share of wet, cold days. Even snow and ice makes an appearance at least a few times per year. No matter what the weather is… Read More +

Barbara Shumannfang

“Don’t Worry – He’s Friendly!”

It is a universal human truth that just because you're not worried about something, doesn't mean the person next to you is not crazy with worry over the same thing. You and your dog may not mind one bit when unfamiliar pooches come up to say hello, but other people… Read More +

Barbara Shumannfang

How to Let Your Dog Teach You Something

Like people, dogs have unique personalities and preferences. When you dictate how your dog interacts with you and the world around her, you may be unintentionally ignoring her feelings and interests. In this post, Certified Professional Dog Trainer Barbara Shumannfang, PhD, shows you how to discover what your dog really enjoys and how she… Read More +