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Your dog doesn't want to be “bad”

Published 6 days ago • 1 min read

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One of the biggest reasons people end up in conflict with their dogs is because they believe the dog knows exactly what’s being asked—and is simply choosing not to do it.

“She’s just stubborn.” “He knows better.” “This breed needs a heavier hand.”

Labels like these turn your dog into the villain. And once we decide they’re being “bad,” it suddenly feels justified to correct harshly—or punish.

But here’s the truth: More often than not, the dog is confused, overwhelmed, uncertain, or simply responding to past conditioning.

Instead of asking why the behaviour is happening, many people assume it’s about dominance, manipulation, or defiance.

But there’s a better explanation. There’s science behind behaviour. And there’s a more compassionate—and more effective—way forward.

✨ That’s where my free resources come in. Check them out at the bottom of this email.

Let’s shift from frustration to understanding.

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Christina

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Christina Young, BSc, CDBC, PCBC-A

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