--- title: Training Your Best Friend the Gentle Way | Dog Behavior description: Dog Behavior | When it comes to dog training, there are so many different approaches and lack of regulation it becomes confusing to know what animal behaviorist to choose. We recognized the desperate need so we created a ground breaking approach that educates pet owners and future trainers in a heart-felt dynamic way that streamlines the communication process. --- ## The Gentle Ways ## The Gentle Ways [![FullLogo_Transparent_NoBuffer-1](https://www.thegentleways.org/hs-fs/hubfs/FullLogo_Transparent_NoBuffer-1.png?width=250&height=688&name=FullLogo_Transparent_NoBuffer-1.png "FullLogo_Transparent_NoBuffer-1")](https://www.thegentleways.org) # Dog Behavior ## The Gentle Ways ## A collection of our latest research and 101's to help build the best relationship with your furry best friends [![short haired dog in a coat](https://www.thegentleways.org/hubfs/pittiecoat.jpg)](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/how-changes-in-weather-can-affect-your-dogs-mood) [![short haired dog in a coat](https://www.thegentleways.org/hubfs/pittiecoat.jpg)](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/how-changes-in-weather-can-affect-your-dogs-mood) ## [How Changes in Weather Can Affect Your Dog's Mood](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/how-changes-in-weather-can-affect-your-dogs-mood) 5 Jan 2024 [Dr. Mandy Meyk](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/author/dr-mandy-meyk) Cold weather can have a significant impact on your dog’s behavior. According to the American Kennel... [Read More](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/how-changes-in-weather-can-affect-your-dogs-mood) [Dog Behavior](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/tag/dog-behavior) [![decoding canine behavior](https://www.thegentleways.org/hubfs/Three%20home%20pets%20next%20to%20each%20other%20on%20a%20light%20background.%20funny%20collage.jpeg)](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/decoding-canine-behavior-exploring-the-behavioral-differences-between-male-and-female-dogs) [![decoding canine behavior](https://www.thegentleways.org/hubfs/Three%20home%20pets%20next%20to%20each%20other%20on%20a%20light%20background.%20funny%20collage.jpeg)](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/decoding-canine-behavior-exploring-the-behavioral-differences-between-male-and-female-dogs) ## [Decoding Canine Behavior: Exploring the Behavioral Differences Between Male and Female Dogs](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/decoding-canine-behavior-exploring-the-behavioral-differences-between-male-and-female-dogs) 2 Dec 2023 [Dr. Mandy Meyk](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/author/dr-mandy-meyk) The intriguing world of canine behavior often brings forth the question: Why are male dogs so... [Read More](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/decoding-canine-behavior-exploring-the-behavioral-differences-between-male-and-female-dogs) [Dog Behavior](https://www.thegentleways.org/the-gentle-ways-blog/tag/dog-behavior)