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August 21, 2025

Fearful Dog Behavior Explained Fearful behavior is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — challenges in dog training. Many owners confuse fear with anxiety, or believe myths like “just socialize them more and they’ll get better.” The truth is more complex, but the good news is: with the right training and structure, […]

June 20, 2025

  How We Build Trust, Confidence, and Respect with Fearful or Anxious Dogs At Koru K9, one of the most common questions we hear from clients is: “How do you help timid or fearful dogs open up and feel comfortable with you?” It’s a great question, and one that gets to the heart of our […]

May 23, 2025

If your dog behaves beautifully at home but seems to forget all their training the moment you step outside, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common issues dog owners face—and the good news is, it’s absolutely fixable. At Koru K9, we work with thousands of dogs across the country who struggle with […]

January 8, 2025

Stop Leash Reactivity Before It Stops You: How to Transform Your Walks Ever feel like your dog “loses it” the moment you clip on the leash?You’re not alone — and the good news is, leash reactivity can be fixed. In this powerful conversation, Koru K9 co-founders Bridget and Ray team up with top Bay Area […]

December 29, 2024

It’s that time of year! Many families are giving the gift of a new puppy or dog over the holidays. Do you have a new puppy or a new rescue dog? Then you need this Essential Guide to Puppy Training! Bridget & Ray just sat down with Seattle’s best dog trainers, Damian & Shane, to spill […]

December 6, 2024

Ray and Bridget are back with Washington’s own dog trainer, Ashley Nunez, for another episode of Trainer Talk! If you enjoyed their first chat where they debunked common dog training myths, you’re in for a treat! This time, they’re diving into How Dogs Learn. What You’ll Learn  Operant Conditioning: What is it and why it matters. Classical […]