Jeff Stallings, CPDT-KA
Jeff Stallings, CPDT-KA, who lives in Santa Cruz, Calif., owns Better Nature Dog Training and works with clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Recent Kinship articles by Jeff Stallings, CPDT-KA
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How to Socialize a Puppy
Everything you need to know to get your new addition off to a good start.
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Does Your Dog Have Littermate Syndrome?
If you adopted puppy siblings — and they fight nonstop — you could be dealing with littermate syndrome. Here’s everything you need to know.
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These Reinforcement Techniques in Dog Training Will Make Rules Fun for Both of You
Offering fewer treats can actually be a good thing.
