Liz Wolting The “click” is overrated: why first impressions of a shelter dog say little about your future bond The “click” is overrated: why first impressions of a shelter dog say little about your future bond In shelters, you hear it every day: “I want a dog I immediately feel a connection with.” It sounds lo... Apr 13, 2026 Rescue dogs
Liz Wolting Should we just become helicopter owners? About dogs, control, and a country that leaves little room Something Strange Is Going On We all know it. Truly, all of us. Hovering over your dog monitoring every step, managing every glance, controll... Apr 8, 2026 Cases
Liz Wolting The First Two Weeks A Calm Start: The Best Foundation for Your Adopted Dog The first days with an adopted dog are special. You want to give them love, provide safety, and show them they are welcome. Many people do this b... Apr 8, 2026 Rescue dogs
Liz Wolting Exploring new places 14 Days, 14 New Places How New Experiences Build Your Dog’s Confidence Many dogs from abroad or shelters feel insecure in new environments. A different forest, an unfamiliar sound, or unknown people c... Apr 8, 2026 Build confidence in your dog
Liz Wolting Sleepless Nights with My Dog Sleepless Nights with My Dog For years, my nine-year-old dog had no issues at all until suddenly, he stopped sleeping at night for months on end. He would pace restlessly, whine, pant, and stay awake ... Apr 8, 2026 Tips & Tricks
Liz Wolting Why many dog trainers fail The dog training world is full of people who are great at what they do. They understand dogs and help their clients move forward. Yet many of them struggle to build a stable business. That’s because d... Apr 8, 2026 Build confidence in your dog
Liz Wolting Why Being Good with Dogs Isn’t Enough Many people step into the world of dog training with the same belief: “I’m good with dogs, so I’ll be good at this too.” And that’s true, to a certain extent. But in practice, it quickly becomes clear... Apr 8, 2026 Build confidence in your dog
Liz Wolting Rhodesian Ridgebacks – Thibaud & Benoît My help was requested for Thibaud, a 7-month-old Rhodesian Ridgeback, because he was very boisterous, barely house-trained, and extremely clumsy. A home visit was scheduled, as this is always the firs... Apr 8, 2026 Cases
Liz Wolting Is My Dog Getting Too Little Sleep? When a dog shows unwanted behavior, many owners immediately turn to training for a solution. However, more often than not, training alone doesn’t deliver the desired results. That’s because the root o... Apr 8, 2026 Tips & Tricks
Liz Wolting Dogs at work, a good idea? In the Netherlands, office dogs have been gaining popularity for some time now. Having a dog in the office is said to improve the working atmosphere, increase solidarity, and, above all, reduce stress... Apr 8, 2026 Tips & Tricks
Liz Wolting My dog can easily swim! right? The first beautiful, warm summer day! You wake to birdsong, leap out of bed in a great mood. You’ve already mapped out the whole day in your head: today you’re going swimming with your dog for the ver... Apr 8, 2026 Tips & Tricks
Liz Wolting Check your dogs energy level Why Matching Your Rescue Dog’s Energy Level Matters Introduction When you adopt a rescue dog, it’s easy to focus on love and good intentions — but energy is what truly shapes your bond. If your dog’s ... Mar 7, 2026 Rescue dogs
