Behavior

When Your Dog Gets Sprayed by a Skunk

You send your pup out into the yard at night and wham! he is hit with nature’s stink bomb. What do you do when your dog meets a skunk?

By |November 13th, 2020|Behavior, Canine Health|0 Comments
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Safe Play Between Children and Dogs

Dogs and small children can be so cute together, especially when they form strong emotional bonds. However, both dogs and kids have minds and emotions of their own; it’s important to teach both of them as early as possible about safe play, so as to decrease the chance of injury. First Impressions are Important If [...]

By |November 9th, 2020|Behavior|0 Comments
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Training Your Dog to Stay Off the Furniture

Limiting the time your dog spends on the furniture means less vacuuming of dog hair for you, and keeps it from developing a permanent doggy smell.

By |November 7th, 2020|Behavior, Training Tips|0 Comments
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Preparing your Dog for New Baby’s Arrival

A new baby in the house completely alters the family routine and dynamic. Dogs, who thrive on consistent schedules, are likely to be overwhelmed.

By |October 26th, 2020|Behavior|0 Comments
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Training your Dog to Go Boating

If you are a dog owner, boating is a wonderful adventure for you and your canine friend. It provides many new sights, smells, and sounds for him to enjoy.

By |October 23rd, 2020|Behavior, Celebrating Dogs, Uncategorized|0 Comments
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Why Isn’t Your Dog Food Motivated?

If your dog isn't food motivated, you'll need to find a different method of reward to create a successful training regimen.

By |October 5th, 2020|Behavior, Training Tips|0 Comments
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Dogs, Hiking & Wildlife

While most wildlife avoid contact with people and dogs, there are some species that may pose a threat to your dog. But don’t worry! With the right knowledge, you can avoid conflicts and keep your pup safe.

By |September 14th, 2020|Behavior|0 Comments
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Discouraging Overprotective Canine Behaviors

Our dogs love us immensely--they get excited to see us when we come home and enjoy spending as much time with us as we will give them. However, this closeness can lead to your dog developing possessive, overprotective instincts towards their owner. Sometimes this manifests in harmless ways, like extreme cuddles or remaining by your [...]

By |September 11th, 2020|Behavior|0 Comments
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Puppy Behaviors – The Good and the Bad

Congratulations on your new puppy! Having a new little canine in the house will be a wonderful adventure for you and your family. There are many fun memories to be made with your pup; however, you should also learn to know and understand typical puppy behaviors. By educating yourself a bit, you can know what [...]

By |August 14th, 2020|Behavior, Puppy Training|0 Comments
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Encouraging Good Behavior in Your Dog

When it comes to training your dog, it can be a long road. Your dog really does want to please you and does want to exhibit good behavior.

By |July 27th, 2020|Behavior|0 Comments