Every pet has their own individual personality and sometimes the tricks and methods that get the majority of dogs trained effectively, does not work for some. People are sometimes quick to give up on their pets when nothing they try works. Simon and Terra are not in that category. They love their dog a ton and consider him a part of the family, and were willing to do anything to understand why he was behaving aggressively towards humans and dogs alike. That’s when they came upon the Dog Academy. Dog Lover Nation is Dean Audet’s vision, to help dog owners understand their pets behaviour through ..read more

This is the story of Josh and Maggie and how Dean’s dog psychology changed their lives. Josh Gorges, former NHL captain of the Montreal Canadiens has a dog named Gus and according to him, the dog had very aggressive behaviour. In his own words “For the longest time, Gus has been aggressive towards other dogs, other kids, other family members and it got to the point where we were worried that he might have to do something to put him down.” No one wants a dog that has overly aggressive behaviour and puts family and friends at risk. This is where Dean Audet of the Dog Academy comes in. Dean speci ..read more

Your dog's health is very important - you want them to live a long, happy life, so it’s crucial to make sure they are getting the care they need.  We understand, it is upsetting to see your dog panting easily from barely doing anything in the day. Being overweight is also detrimental to dogs because it can cause joint damage and mobility issues as they age. They are also more prone to health issues like diabetes, pancreatitis, heart disease and hyperextension, cancer and can even reduce their expected lifespan. We always recommend visiting your vet if your dog is overweight because they a ..read more

Ready to get a new dog? If you answered yes, you likely want your dog to be super happy with its new environment! Humans aren’t the only ones that benefit from having good first impressions. For any animal, first impressions set them up for each and any relationship they have with others. There is no such thing as perfection. Sometimes you just have to adapt to situations that arise, however for the dog’s sake you should familiarize yourself with the Do’s and Don'ts for them. Treat it as if you were having a kid and want to learn everything you can about raising a kid to create a great environ ..read more

Many people have issues with their dogs listening to them. This is because of the trend of dogs becoming equal or more than humans, and treating them like they are the kings or queens of the house. This is both good and bad. Raising animal awareness is good. Animals all have emotions, and we as their owners would be inconsiderate or even inhumane if we did not try to understand what triggers their negative emotions. However, dogs are different to humans in the sense that they do not find the same things offensive as humans do. That is what today’s blog post will be about… enlightening you on h ..read more

The best way to find solutions to any problem is to start by discovering what causes it in the first place. You can work on a solution after effectively identifying the problem. In this case, the problem is identified as dogs barking. Now, we need to find the reasons as to what triggers them. Here at Dog Lover Nation, we pride ourselves on our ability to understand dog behaviour and apply dog psychology for practical use. Our owner, Dean Audet helps many individuals understand dog psychology, so he can teach them how to solve their dogs' behaviour issues. Today, we’ll help you understand the r ..read more

Many people nowadays tend to humanize dogs. They believe that the minds of dogs work the same way humans do to some level. If only it were that easy. We need to accept and come to terms with the fact that dogs are a different animal entirely and their brains do not work the same way as ours. Dogs and humans react very differently from one another, in any scenario. . Here at Dog Lover Nation, we pride ourselves on our ability to understand dog behaviour and apply dog psychology for practical use. Today, we’ll help you understand the difference between dog and human minds.     To begi ..read more

You probably thought that dog trainers are experts on behaviour. And to an extent, they do understand the common behaviour. The truth is, the term “behaviourist” is used interchangeably and associated with dog trainers. These two are linked professional titles, but there is a difference.  Dean Audet of The Dog Academy defines the difference in his video, “You can work all year long on mechanics with the dog and you’re not going to have the results that you’re looking for when it comes to behaviour training. The real solution is educating humans on dog psychology and theory and teaching t ..read more

Dogs can get frostbite just as humans do. Don’t let their thick fur deceive you! And it’s a more serious matter with dogs as we are the ones taking them on walks and have control of how much time they spend outdoors in the cooler temperatures. All dog owners should be aware of their dog’s condition at all times. Here at Dog Lover Nation, we are committed to the well being of dogs and are confident in our ability to assess their behaviour and condition. Our goal in this is to inform you about the symptoms, treatment and preventative methods of dog frostbite.     What is Frostbit ..read more

The pandemic has affected us all and we have become even more bacteria wary than ever. If you are a loving dog owner, you also have to care for your furry friend. Being knowledgeable about the types of bacterial infections your dog is prone to can help you sleep at night and handle their condition accordingly. At Dog Lover Nation, we take pride in our knowledge of dog behaviours and health. We hope this bit of information will give you some understanding on how to prevent or treat your doggo’s condition. All we want is to spread a little love and help your dog live their best life and also dec ..read more