Should I Get a 2nd Dog?
Remember, the happiness and comfort of your dog(s) should always be your priority. Whether with one dog or several, the most important thing you can offer them is time and attention.
Can You Train an Older Dog?
Regardless of the famous adage which proclaims the opposite, you really can teach an old dog new tricks. Actually, it is never really too late to teach your faithful companion to learn and exhibit new behaviors, even if they never had any formal training up to this point.
At What Age Should You Begin Training Puppies?
Many people think that training cannot begin until puppies are five or six months old. But experts say that waiting until this juvenile stage is upon your pet may cause unnecessary problems. By 6 months your dog is beginning to develop their adult behavioral patterns - and bad behaviors learned in puppyhood may already be established. Sadly, this is often the reason that many juvenile dogs are abandoned at shelters as their humans get exasperated.
What to Look for in a Dog Daycare
At first glance, the concept of doggy daycare - or play care - may seem extravagant, but to pet lovers, it actually makes perfect sense. Doggy daycare provides an alternative to those who need to be gone all day and hate the idea of their dog being left alone. But beyond the emotional pull of [...]
Picking Up After Your Boarding and Training Program Completes
Whether your dog needs basic obedience training or needs help with an issue like fear aggression, board and train programs can make a significant positive impact on your dog’s life.
Check These 3 Boxes Before Rewarding Your Dog
Without thinking about it, you may be rewarding bad behaviors and encouraging your dog to act crazy for the things he likes. Here are 3 ways to reinforce the good behavior that you like.  Â
Dealing With Dog Aggression in a Home With Two Dogs
You had one dog, but you decided that he needed a friend. Great idea in theory, but now they’re getting into fights! What can you do? Do you have to get rid of one of the dogs to maintain a peaceful household?
How To Stop Your Dog’s Runaway Behavior
If your dog is a chronic runaway, there are things you can do to help curb this behavior. The most important thing is to identify what’s causing your dog to run away.
Helping Your Newly Adopted Dog Adjust to Your Home
Adopting a new dog is exciting. You want everything to be perfect with your new best friend right away, but they may be very nervous and unsure of the situation.
Correcting Your Counter Surfing K-9
There are several dog training techniques you can do to teach your dog to stop counter surfing and help to keep them from the temptations up there.