Teddy
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Doggie Candids!
Group walk!!!
Join our 2022 New Year Resolution...People create tons of different kinds of New Years resolutions.. from health plans to projected financial accomplishments.. you can bet there are a bunch of new goals being set across the world. I propose a new kind of goal this year...
> Learn the Language of Dogs <Yes, dogs have their own language. If you frequent our site, you've probably heard us say this a million times. It's just THAT important!
Instead of using words to communicate, they use a virety of body language cues, some vocalizations and energy to "speak" to us. 
The more we can truly understand what our dogs are trying to say to us, the better we can advocate for them and set them up successfully in their life with us humans!
While we humans care A LOT about our dogs, pets and animals in general.. we tend to assign inaccurate emotions, moods and feelings to our pets. This can be harmless in some situations but often is dangerous and detrimental. Let's come together this New Year and commit to learning what are dogs are really trying to communicate! See below for a bunch of resources to get you started. Dog Body Language video featuring Clover!Understanding 'doggy (body) language' is the key to truly understanding your dog! As dog owners, when we agree to take a dog into our household, we are taking on a huge amount of responsibility. Not only are we responsible for providing adequate care and love for our dog but we are also responsible our dogs behavior.. good or bad! One of the best parts about owning and working with dogs is learning their language. How they think, how they communicate and how our behavior, as owners, affects them. In fact, our behavior can and will make or break the harmony in the household.
In short, dogs are dogs, they are not humans nor do they think as humans do. It is important to always keep this in mind. They do feel certain human emotions like happy, sad, scared, angry, tired, unbalanced.. but they we they reach and express these emotions are entirely different. Something that seems like it is not a big deal to us may be a huge deal to your dog... If your dog is uncomfortable, stressed, happy, threatened or feeling any emotion they will always show it through body language signals. A dog never does anything "for no reason" or "out of nowhere", contrary to what it may seem.
A dog may use calming signals when they are feeling uneasy or are in an uncomfortable situation. The dog is simply trying to communicate that he is no threat to you. These are important to pay attention to as a dog will often use calming gestures before any type of aggression signals. A dog rarely “bites out of no where”. List of Calming Cues:
How to Greet a Dog..
Their Way! 
Dogs have a wonderful way of making people smile. They are quirky, adorable and loyal beyond comprehension. One of our missions here at Love Dogs is to continue to infuse doggie education everywhere we can! Something almost everyone of us experience ourselves and see often is the snapshot of someone walking up a dog to say hello. Sometimes the dog really loves it.. other times they're conflicted.. and other times they are down right terrified. Let's work together to make our beloved dogs more comfortable during greetings!
Click on the info graphic to learn more about Greeting a Dog Their Way! In order to live in HARMONYWE ALL NEED sufficient SPACE & OPTIONS
Dog Trainer Jamie's corner!
Mama Jamie & son Keaton
Join trainer Jamie on some
confidence building exercises with Jeff! Jeff is a sweet, eager and mildly insecure growing pup. We are working on a lot of different aspects of training with Jeff including obedience, impulse control, confidence building and socialization. This is a super successful session where he goes from being terrified on the training apparatus to actually standing on it with two feet! Yay Jeff! Dogs are SO capable.. way more capable then we think they are. It is wonderful when we can teach them things that give them a purpose. It feeds the mind and soul! Check out an updated video on how Jeff is doing! Below, we are practicing "down" with some chase breaks in between. Jeff is a super active boy and too much stationary obedience bores him. I like to take treat chasing breaks in between down's to keep his energy flowing and in control as to not disrupt our practice. He's a super star!!
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Transport!We welcomed three precious little loves on Saturday! Affectionately named Prince Phillip, Bob Saget and Betty White, each of these doggies are so special and unique! Stay tuned for more info!
"Showoff" vids!Meet Mickey!!
Sweet, lovable and EASY affectionate boy! Happy boy Jeff is all about PLAY!
Play with other doggies.. play with his favorite soccer ball... play fetch all day every day! Ralphie & Nick's awesome Trick!!
Nick has been hard at working teaching Ralphie how to turn on and off the lights. Check out the incredible result below!! Opie & Ivy
We vividly remember the time when Opie was a wee little fearful pup needing the help of other dogs to come out of her shell… Well, now it’s her turn to help the nervous ones!
Opie and Ivy have developed a beautiful relationship which, in turn, is helping Ivy learn to trust the people and environment around her. What an amazing, rewarding experience to watch unfold! Both lovely ladies are up for adoption
When working with fearful dogs, or dogs in general, it is important to keep the space invitational. Meaning... don't invade the dogs space with lots of petting or forward motion. Rather settle back and allow them to come to you. The video below is a perfect example.
Raymone is interacting with Opie.. he is down on her level, his shoulders are back, his gaze is low and away to show Opie he's not a threat to her, he reached out to pet her but without noise in his body language. It is perfection and Opie is lapping it up! Beck is hanging out with Ivy.. notice Beck invites Ivy to her but Beck does not to go Ivy. This leaves room for Ivy to come towards Beck. When she does, Beck gently pets her while averting her eyes and keep her posture upright. This is showing Ivy that Beck is not a threat and it is safe to share space. ->Raymone is interacting with Opie.. he is down on her level, his shoulders are back, his gaze is low and away to show Opie he's not a threat to her, he reached out to pet her but without noise in his body language. It is perfection and Opie is lapping it up! ->Beck is hanging out with Ivy.. notice Beck invites Ivy to her but Beck does not to go Ivy. This leaves room for Ivy to come towards Beck. When she does, Beck gently pets her while averting her eyes and keeping her posture upright. This is showing Ivy that Beck is not a threat and it is safe to share space. Learn toSpeak Dog
Dog body language and the inner workings of the dog psyche is absolutely fascinating. Many of us spend a lot of time with dogs.. whether it be your own dogs or perhaps friends dogs. If you don't spend a lot of time with dogs then you've certainly encountered at least a few throughout your life. Being able to interpret a dogs body language correctly is an incredibly useful tool and will help you understand your dogs behavior on a deeper level. We have an entire page dedicated to body language signals: how to read them and their meaning!
Recent AdoptionsWANTED!!! Love Dogs FostersFostering is a wonderful way to support rescue! Very often these sweet dogs ask for very little & offer all their love and gratitude!
We specialize in saving older dogs, dogs with medical issues and dogs who need a little extra time and attention. The need can be overwhelming at times. Not many rescues are able to take in these forgotten pups! We are hoping to develop a network of LOVE DOGS fosters who wish to provide loving homes for these darling doggies while they see our specialists and get their broken bits and pieces tended to! Children and Dogs..
a VERY important Topic 
We love children.. and of course we love dogs too! So it would only make sense that children and dogs should naturally live in harmony, right?
Unfortunately, no. Children do a ton of things that are really scary to dogs.. unpredictable movements, loud noises, running quickly, grabbing, tugging and throwing toys.. All of these things diminish trust over time. Trust is not something that is permanent. It is important that parents learn the Do's and Don'ts of living with kids and dogs. We LOVE educating the public on the ways to make living with kids and dogs joyful and simple for all. 
Our Talented and Dedicated Staff
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Spotlight on Adoptable LOVE DOGS dogs!
RALFI
Sweet mushy super chill but sensitive pittie boy |
MUTTSY
Dotty spotty lover boy, charmingly insecure.. requires a "brave parent" to deal with life's weird sounds and peculiar objects! |
SCOUT &
ROCKFORD |
For the LOVE of HORSES
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Part of the magic here has to do with the integrity of our mission. Our combined efforts to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home animals stem from a foundation of respect, kindness, clear intention and a humble desire to learn from every animal in our care.
Our rescue is located on the grounds of a serene and magnificent, private horse farm in Westchester County NY. Not only does the farm provide a sanctuary for homeless dogs it also provides sanctuary for special equines in need. As with our dogs the ponies and horses are given all they need to go to live happy and fulfilling lives. Some become "homies" at the farm.. many others are adopted to loving homes!
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