Angie's
dog blog
After working with thousands of dogs and their humans, I’ve seen just about everything… The struggles, the breakthroughs, and the everyday moments that make it all worth it. This blog is where I share what I’ve learned along the way to help you understand, learn, and train your dog with confidence.
Dog Development Stages:
Most people think about dogs by their age.
Eight weeks.
Six months.
One year.
Seven years.
The problem is that dogs don't develop according to the calendar.
Their brain, emotions, confidence, hormones, and ability to learn are constantly changing throughout their life. Knowing what stage your dog is in helps you understand why certain behaviours appear, why training suddenly seems to stop working, and why patience at one age may need to become leadership at another.
Understanding your dog's developmental stages allows you to work with them instead of against them.
