Tracy Krulik, CTC, CSAT
CTC, CSAT
Tracy Krulik, CTC, CSAT, is a Northern Virginia-based certified canine separation anxiety trainer and honors graduate of Jean Donaldson’s prestigious Academy for Dog Trainersopens in new tab. Krulik is also the founder and managing editor of iSpeakDogopens in new tab — a website and public awareness campaign to teach dog body language and behavior.
Recent Kinship articles by Tracy Krulik, CTC, CSAT
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Electric Fences for Dogs: The Danger and Risks
Why it’s best to avoid these altogether.
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Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Train your dog to stay calm when they’re on their own — instead of sad-singing “All By Myself” until you come home.
Is Your Dog a People Pleaser?
Yes — and no. Here’s why positive-reinforcement training matters.
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There’s a High-Tech Training Solution For Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety
Like most things in 2023, there’s a Zoom link for this.
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Pet Parents Get Separation Anxiety, Too
We asked both animal behaviorists and human psychologists how you can deal with leaving your dog home alone.
