Box turtles are North American turtles of the genus Terrapene. Although box turtles are superficially similar to tortoises in terrestrial habits and overall appearance, they are actually members of the American pond turtle family (Emydidae). The twelve taxa which are Read More …
A honey bee is any member of the genus Apis, primarily distinguished by the production and storage of honey and the construction of perennial, colonial nests from wax. Wikipedia Lifespan: Western honey bee: 122 – 152 days Did you know: Honey Read More …
Dadophis punctatus, commonly known as the ring-necked snake or ringneck snake, is a harmless species of colubrid snake found throughout much of the United States, central Mexico, and southeastern Canada. Wikipedia Scientific name: Diadophis punctatus Did you know: Ringneck snakes Read More …
Collecting supplies for animal care I provide food, treats, bones, and small blankets/towels, for the stray dog companions of the homeless population. Homeless can’t carry anything large mainly what fits in their knapsack. (Also first aid/ Training collars + leash: see Read More …
Spencer, a mini poodle that just turned 2 this past Sunday, was going to be euthanized for biting his owner. As a trainer and behaviorist specializing in fear-based behaviors, and aggressive behaviors, I recognize the difference between truly aggressive Read More …
I had the joy of completing a bucket-list item for my 50th Bday, thanks to mom and dad: Swimming with dolphins I’m still floating on cloud 9! I’m left craving more time with ROBALA, my 38-yr old alpha female Read More …
Caption: Kramer, the Old English Bulldog above, greatly benefited from specific commands being well-defined. When Kramer’s owner adopted their mature rescue-cat Willow, there was bad-chemistry immediately! Poor Willow was hiding under the bed all day every day… wouldn’t even come Read More …
Sūni came to me for a 10-day Boarding Training stint, harboring dog aggression. This made for poor behavior for a photo shoot, in which Tomlinson’s would certainly have a handful of dogs to photograph! She was a stellar student and Read More …
When we get a new puppy, and wisely begin command training at 2 months (ie SIT DOWN STAY COME), and puppy at 2 months excels, we’re ECSTATIC, and can be lulled into falsely believing we’ll have now, a well-behaved dog Read More …
Buddy now visiting dog park twice daily: Yay! I’m so excited for you all! Just remember the “trigger-dogs” will always exist. Overtime buddy will be more skilled and will do the work himself more and more, to avoid those dogs. Read More …