“Dogs are pack animals.” This is a widely known fact, but although we might know it, it can be quite challenging for humans to truly understand it and apply it in our daily relationships with our pets.
To summarize, applying a pack mentality to your relationship with your dog means providing leadership. By acting like his […]
Some dogs have a problem wherein they urinate a bit when they’re very excited or feeling submissive. This can be very frustrating for pet owners who often feel that they can’t even say hello to their dog without having to clean up a mess, and to some it may even seem spitefully done, particularly for […]
If you’re considering adding a new puppy to your family and have an affinity for a certain breed, you will need to do some research to find just the right breeder from whom to purchase your puppy. While it’s exciting to get a new dog, it’s important to take the time to do this, even […]
After being a dog trainer for over twelve years, I’ve noticed several questions people ask about my career on a regular basis. Some of the most common ones include, “Which kind of dog is the easiest to train?”, “Have you ever had a dog you had to ‘give up’ on?”, and “Is it scary going […]
Many pet owners find it fun to bring their dog along when going out for the day. Whether a day at the park, a trip to obedience class or a longer outing, it’s a good idea to bring along some basic essentials for your pet.
Instead of gathering each item every time you’re bringing your dog […]
When the lazy days of summer begin to come to an end, many people’s schedules undergo big changes. While temperatures may still be a little bit summery, many people’s schedules will not.
For many teachers, students and parents, the beginning of the school year brings about a big change in schedule. Instead of being at home […]
Taking care of your dog or puppy’s nails is just another aspect of caring for your pet. However, compared to ear cleaning, bathing and brushing, many people have a particularly difficult time with the “canine pedicure.”
A surprising number of dogs or puppies are very uncomfortable with having their nails trimmed and there are some who […]
Whether a pet lover or not, just about everyone will experience an occasional pang of heartbreak when they know of an animal who is clearly neglected.
Some cases of neglect are blatantly obvious. For example, the dog who is tied on a chain or left in a kennel out back. The skinny cats and dogs we […]
Well-behaved dogs can be enjoyable parts of the community. For example, friendly pets on leashes who accompany their families on after dinner walks are a pleasure to stop and pet. Sweet ones that frolic with children as they play in a cul de sac are another type many people enjoy.
However, just like music, motorcycles, trash […]
Of course, we all know that dogs are dogs, not people. However, when it comes to certain behaviors, humans are sometimes offended or embarrassed by their pets!
Some of the things that dogs do may seem ill mannered to humans, but to dogs they’re simply natural behaviors that help them to explore their world, learn about […]
