When do I phase out treats?
tl;dr: NEVVERRRRR. If you want your dog to keep doing the behavior, pay your dog with treats every time.
Does your dog *want* to be petted by your kid?
There is a way to find out if a dog wants to be petted, and it’s called a petting consent test.
Fireworks scare your dog? Ask your vet about behavior meds
Today is a great day to ask your vet if behavior meds are a good match for your dog.