“You can’t teach an old dog new tricks”, says the old wives tale…and many adult dogs want us to think that too!
Actually, puppies and adult dogs are usually about equal as far as dog training challenges. Puppies may not already have many bad habits, but they’re usually so distracted that they have a hard [...]
Some dogs are boisterous, outgoing and brave. Others are more timid and shy.
Just like people, each dog has their own personality. Sometimes these differences can be a matter of genetics (nature), or can be learned through their life experiences (nurture). Whether it’s nature, nurture, or a combination of both, you can help your timid or [...]
Most dog owners enjoy treating their dog to a new toy or bone every now and again. But there are certain types of chew items that can be non-conducive to a well behaved pet!
When your dog enjoys a toy such as a ball, rope toy, dog stuffed animal, plastic nylabone, or frisbee, he relates [...]
Have you ever seen that movie, Homeward Bound? You know, the one with the boy whose family goes on vacation and leaves their pets in the care of friends? The Golden Retriever, American Bulldog, and fluffy cat love the boy so much, they head out on an "incredible journey" to find him. A heartwarming story, [...]
As outdoor temperatures become cool, owners of pets that live outdoors need to be extra concerned. Cold weather can seem very harsh to your pet, and most of our domesticated dogs are simply not cut out to live outdoors.
All dogs need to have shelter at all times. If your dog lives outside, you’ll need [...]
Many dog or puppy owners allow their pets on the furniture. To some extent, this is a personal preference… after all, if you don’t mind the dog hair on the couch, why not? However, muddy paws set aside, there are many behavioral factors to consider.
Dogs are instinctively den animals which think of their family [...]
