Do you have a dog that chews just about everything in sight? If you’ve ever come home to destroyed plants, pillows, books, or furniture, you understand the frustration. Most puppies chew stuff. Fortunately, they usually grow out of the behavior…but not always.One thing that some habitual chewers like to dig their teeth into is their … Read more
Some people may think that working from home means you can get up whenever you want, work when you feel like it, and take off early to do fun things you could not do before the coronavirus pandemic. Wrong! Sure, it’s nice to skip that drive to work in the morning and having to deal … Read more
Our pups can’t use words to tell us how they feel, but they do communicate in other ways. So what do different behaviors tell us about our dogs? I researched an extensive list of things that our furry friends do and what their actions tell us to help you better understand your pooch so that … Read more
Do you ever wonder what your furbaby likes and hates? According to Orhan Pamuk: Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen. Orhan Pamuk We’ve researched 56 things that dogs like or hate to help you hear what your pooch is telling you. Hopefully, this information can help you modify any … Read more
Moving makes us stressed & anxious. Moving with our fur-babies is even harder. Dogs like routine. It doesn’t matter whether it’s your routine or theirs, they’ll notice that something is happening. Changes in your routine will increase your dog’s stress levels, and that will increase yours. Not all moves were created equal. There are certain … Read more
We call our pups man’s best friend, and in so many ways it’s true. But dogs are still animals, and sometimes they can accidentally bite us. The city of Alexandria, VA defines a dog bite as, “any contact by a dog that results in broken skin, including puncture, bite or scratch.” While most injuries are … Read more
As a trainer, I’ve come to value dog whistles. They’re seen as both useful and harmful, but I believe with proper use, dog whistles are highly effective training tools. In this post, we will talk about the proper way to utilize a dog whistle as well as which products are the best quality. Let’s take … Read more
When I adopted my pibble furball, I noticed she didn’t respond to commands very well. She worked with a professional trainer while in her foster home but at 3 years old, she’s dealt with many different caretakers and she basically decided she didn’t want to obey anymore. Her princess-state-of-mind said she’s had enough.I’ve trained a … Read more
Bringing a new dog into my life was one of the most exciting days. My Pit Bull is a rescue, so she developed separation anxiety within a few days of bringing her home. This was a first for me. So, I began doing research on separation anxiety in dogs.What do you need to know when … Read more
Some days my Pit Bull (Greta!) is so energetic she constantly bugs me to play with her. I work from home so it’s pretty easy for her to bring me toys in an attempt to entice play time. I just sit there and think, “How much exercise does a dog need? I need to find … Read more
Have you ever come home from work and had a long conversation with your dog about your day?Do those conversations ever make you step back and wonder what your dog is trying to say? Sure we see the full body wiggle and figure they’re pretty happy. The tail tuck crazy puppy run through the yard … Read more