Do Board and Train Facilities Work?
Board and train facilities provide comprehensive obedience training for all types of dogs. Are these programs right for your dog?
Board and train facilities provide comprehensive obedience training for all types of dogs. Are these programs right for your dog?
An aggressive dog can cause owners to fear interaction; even dog-walking and socializing can be challenging. Can your aggressive dog be rehabilitated?
The dog park can be a great place for your dog to socialize, get exercise and play, but not all dogs may be comfortable. Is your pet dog-park ready?
Anyone who has ever owned a dog knows the level of happiness and excitement they exude. From their loyalty to their sixth-sense, they make perfect emotional support animals.
We love our dogs, and we love to give them experiences which make them happy. But dog toys are not only great for giving your dogs enjoyment - they are instrumental in providing comfort when you are gone, making a dog less stressed in an unfamiliar situation, or as a reward while you are obedience [...]
Just like people, every dog possesses his own unique personality. Whether he is friendly or aloof, aggressive or serene - personality is actually a mix of the breed's temperament and the individual dog's environment and personal experience. The nature vs. nurture debate is valid for canines as well as people, and a dog's breed does [...]
One of the most basic tenets of dog training is that behaviors which are rewarded are likely to be established, while behaviors which are ignored - or unrewarded- will disappear over time. Although this may be true in some cases, in many instances ignoring your dog's bad behavior is not likely to work. There are [...]
There is no denying the bond between children and pets who grow up together. We have long believed that dogs are man's (and kids' ) best friend, but science seems to agree. Studies have shown that having dogs in the home help us to manage stress and have an overall better sense of well-being. As [...]
Teaching your dog to jump into the car makes life easier for everyone- and creating a pleasant association with the car allows a more stress-free ride.