Mary-Jo Duffy
Moving On
I had not moved in almost 20 years. Moving is incredibly stressful, but moving with dogs, one of whom is old and infirmed is next level...
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Mary-Jo Duffy
- Jun 8, 2020
- 3 min
Vetting: How to Find the Right Trainer For You!
Most people find it surprising when I tell them that dog training is an unregulated industry. Anyone can make up a business card,...
Mary-Jo Duffy
- May 7, 2020
- 3 min
Don't Leave Me This Way... Separation Anxiety
Many dog trainers and behaviorists are talking about the potential uptick in separation anxiety after this pandemic subsides. Of course,...
Mary-Jo Duffy
- Apr 27, 2020
- 3 min
COVID-19: Take a Deep Breath
Like so many people right now, I often open my eyes in the morning wondering if COVID-19 is just a bad dream. Maybe this will be the day...
Mary-Jo Duffy
- Apr 24, 2020
- 3 min
Food For Thought... Pun Intended
Food... to use it or not while training your dog. Here's my two cents on the topic.
Mary-Jo Duffy
- Apr 24, 2020
- 2 min
Equipment: What are you Wearing?
The topic of equipment with respect to dog training has always been a very hot button issue. Decades ago, it was commonplace to put a...
Mary-Jo Duffy
- Apr 22, 2020
- 3 min
It's Me: Mary-Jo!
In my work as a professional dog trainer I talk all the time about the concept of connection. I am constantly saying to my clients, “stay...