Category Archives: Working Cockers

Reframing ADHD in dogs from a compassionate perspective

The discussion of ADHD-like behaviors in dogs has sparked debate, with Behavior Vets’ approach drawing criticism for overlooking the social and emotional dimensions of ADHD. Liza Rader’s open letter emphasized avoiding pathologizing and suppressing natural traits in dogs, paralleling the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD. A more empathetic understanding is needed, recognizing the context and natural inclinations of both dogs and individuals with ADHD. This shift from labeling and suppression to acceptance and support can create compassionate, effective, and ethical approaches in both dog training and human support.

I’m Nell, and I’m a kleptomaniac

Nell has long had certain kleptomaniac tendencies and I’ve recently become more curious about it. A most precious stone By kleptomaniac I literally mean randomly picking up items that were of no value whatsoever and resource guarding them like Gollum. We’ve worked a lot on her resource guarding and mostly it’s predictable and managed (especiallyContinueContinue reading “I’m Nell, and I’m a kleptomaniac”