Diva's Blog - DogTalk Diva

You Got a New Puppy ….Now What?

with a young puppy, obedience commands are the least of your worries. You need guidance right away on how to stop chewing, barking, nipping, jumping and house training accidents

Camilla Gray-Nelson on This Week In America

Camilla Gray-Nelson, author of Lipstick and the Leash, discusses the four myths of dog training (and more):
1. Dogs are born with a desire to please their masters. 2. A dog will protect his family because he loves them. 3. A dog will not hurt someone he loves. 4. Puppies eventually grow out of bad behavior or you just love them through it.

The Rescue Dog’s Psalm

Some dogs come from difficult backgrounds. Others have misfortune thrust upon them when an owner dies or moves away.

Camilla Gray-Nelson Receives 12th Annual Women in Business Award for Entrepreneurship

“To receive this award is an incredible honor. To receive it in a year celebrating the advances provided to women via Title IX is even more meaningful. At the core of my business ventures is a desire to empower women and this award will serve to motivate me to continue this work” said Gray-Nelson.

Puppy Love – Camilla Teaches Dogs and Owners to Communicate

Among the many ranches and farms that adorn the rolling hills of Petaluma is Dairydell Canine; a place some might consider heaven on earth for dogs.

Camilla Gray-Nelson on KMOV-TV, St. Louis

Camilla Gray-Nelson, author of Lipstick and the Leash, discusses how women are saddled with the responsibility of dog training in over 70% of homes.

image dog talk diva camilla gray-nelson at global pet expo 2012

2012 Global Pet Expo Launches Products for Dog Training for Women

“Throughout my career, women have sought my help in getting the family dog under control. Most often it’s well-intended but ineffectual methods of training (relying on physical strength, bravado or endless cookies) that leads them to me.

Camilla Gray-Nelson, the Dog Talk Diva, on Petline

Camilla on CFAX Radio Petline

Petline Host, Jennifer Shaw, interviews Camilla Gray-Nelson on the particular challenges a woman faces while attempting to handle and train the family dog. Camilla covers pack-dog mentality, commanding respect and becoming a leader for your dog.

Camilla on Dog Training for Women – KMA Omaha

Camilla Gray-Nelson: “74% of the time [in most households / families], the woman is in control of the dog. Many times, however, they have a hard time controlling the dog and there are some natural reasons for that. That’s where I step in and try to empower women and try to channel their inner dog trainer and their inner leader…”

Camilla discusses Dog Training for Women – Jeff Gellman’s Solid K9 Training Radio

I didn’t have any friends with two legs until I was in junior high. But, the advantage of that looking back now, because everything I do in the dog world in training, is based on how animals communicate naturally with each other. And if I didn’t have that background, I wouldn’t know that language.

“D” in Daycare? “A” in Canine!

With the popularity of daycare services for dogs, there comes an unrealistic expectation – that all dogs can and should be social with others – they’re “social animals,” after all. The truth, however, is not nearly as simple or clear-cut.

It’s Not About “SIT!”

While specific commands (like Sit, Down, Heel) are handy and convenient, they have nothing to do with human dog relationships (ie. who’s in charge)

“THE SCOOP” on House Training Dogs

Like with any other behavior that you want your dog to avoid, you will need to make messing in the house less pleasant for the puppy. Only when a dog finds a behavior unpleasant from his perspective will he stop or avoid it.

#1 Cause of Dog Behavior Issues: TOO MUCH FREEDOM!

The Top Dog has unlimited freedom. When you are at the top, there is no one above you to say, “I don’t allow that.” If no one is controlling his behavior then he is, by definition, the One in Charge. His freedom is evidence of his rank.

HOW TO CURE JUMPING UP Part II: Your Dog Jumping on Guests

In my preceding post, I explained how to stop your dog from jumping on you. Now, I’ll give you my favorite tip for solving another jumping problem: Your dog jumping on guests.