For busy dog owners, especially those working full-time or managing family life, finding time for long walks can be tough. Alexia’s flexible scheduling means your dog gets regular exercise and social time without you having to rearrange your day.

Dogs rely heavily on reading facial expressions and body language to understand their environment. When the pandemic forced people to stay 6 feet apart and wear masks, puppies missed out on crucial social cues. Mature dogs adapted better because they had already learned to read human faces and emotions. Puppies born in late 2020 and beyond faced a confusing world where their human companions seemed scared and distant.

Separation anxiety in dogs isn’t just about missing you - it’s a full-on emotional rollercoaster for them. When you leave, your dog might feel abandoned, scared, or confused. This can lead to behaviours like barking, chewing, pacing, or even trying to escape. It’s their way of saying, “Hey, where did you go? I’m not okay!”

Dog behaviour modification is a process that helps change unwanted behaviours in dogs by understanding the root causes and applying consistent, positive techniques. It’s not about punishment or dominance but about teaching dogs what is expected of them in a calm and assertive way using body language and energy.

The most effective trick I have found is teaching your dog to walk beside you using the "heel" command combined with immediate feedback. This means the moment your dog starts to pull, you stop walking or turn and walk in a different direction, giving the dog zero attention. You only move forward again when the leash is slack, rewarding the dog for calming down with a pet or a treat and encouraging your dog to stay close.

We are currently encountering a major issue in the dog behavior training field, which I have termed 'Dog Covid Syndrome' (DCS). But what does this term signify to me? Is your dog experiencing fear? Is your dog scared of people and other animals? What does DCS entail? Allow me to elaborate.