by Dr Michele Borba
www.MicheleBorba.com
The Travel Industry Association reports we usually take eight to ten car trips with the kids this summer. Each trek is bound to be a fun family memory, right? Well, not always. Most parents’ car trip recollections are antsy kids repeatedly asking: “Aren’t we there yet?” Luckily with a little preparation you […]

by Colleen Pelar, CPDT, CDBC
www.LivingWithKidsAndDogs.com
The Dog Whisperer show is the canine version of Fear Factor, but the dogs are not willing participants.
Many canine behavior problems are rooted in fear. These problems respond best to positive-reinforcement training methods, not forceful handling that suppresses behavior.
The dogs on The Dog Whisperer gave no informed consent, yet they are […]

by Dr. Laura Markham
www.YourParentingSolutions.com
My three year old’s teacher was legendary for her understanding of both children and parents. At our first conference, she told me that my daughter was unusual in being so well-adjusted despite both her parents holding demanding jobs that entailed travel. How did we do it? We had a wonderful au […]