What colors our dog training and ownership perceptions?

Our perceptions of the dog ownership world heavily influence choices like what trainers we work with, who we ask for advice, and how we approach certain situations—and they’re colored by so many things.

Here’s a deep dive into 1) where some of my personal gut reactions come from and 2) how I try to handle them productively. In order to live well with my dog, I need to consider how both emotion and logic affect my experience!