Teaching “Stay” for Real Life

A solid “stay” is a valuable skill—especially when taught for real-world situations. In most cases, your dog’s stay will happen while you’re stationary, like relaxing on a patio or pausing to pick up their poop. It’s far less common that you’ll need them to stay while you disappear from sight. So, when you practice, focus on the scenarios you’ll actually use. That way, your dog’s stay will be reliable exactly when—and where—it matters most.

Beech: Supporting Tolerance and Patience in Dogs

If you’ve ever met a dog who seems constantly annoyed—barking at other dogs, growling when approached, or giving you the side-eye when their routine changes—you might be seeing signs of intolerance. For these dogs, Beech, a Bach Flower Remedy, can be a gentle tool to help soften their outlook and increase patience.

What Is Beech?

Beech is one of the original 38 remedies created by Dr. Edward Bach, a British physician who believed that emotional balance was a key factor in overall health. While originally designed for humans, Bach remedies are also safe for animals, including dogs. Beech is specifically used to address feelings of intolerance, irritability, or being overly critical of others—whether those “others” are people, dogs, or even cats.

When Beech May Help

Dogs who might benefit from Beech often display behaviors such as:

• Barking or lunging at other dogs, even from a distance

• Growling when someone moves too close to their bed or food

• Becoming easily irritated during training or handling

• Disliking changes in routine, environment, or household members

• Showing intolerance toward puppies, older dogs, or dogs of different play styles

These behaviors can stem from underlying stress, insecurity, or a past trauma. Beech doesn’t “fix” the root cause but can help take the emotional edge off, making it easier for your dog to adapt and for training to take hold. READ MORE.

Want to learn more about how herbs can help your dog’s overall well-being? Join us for our upcoming event with Canine Herbalist, Rita Hogan.

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