How can you work your dog’s body and brain on busy days when there’s barely time to eat lunch? These three no-fail ideas come to the rescue. Just like humans, our dogs are wired for movement, as well as for mental stimulation. But we know that...
If life’s become a little predictable lately, mix things up: get your furry friend involved with these 25 things you should be doing with your dog. While August is the “official” National Dog Month, it’s no surprise that we are fully in favor of celebrating our...
It’s one of the most common questions we get, especially (though not only) from clients with new dogs or puppies: “Is my dog being aggressive, or just playing?” There’s not one cut-and-dried answer, but here we’ll give you some pointers on what to look for...
Have you ever thought that the idea of training dogs to provide emotional support is a bit like teaching them to wag their tail when happy? Those big, warm eyes and wet nosed nudges tell us our dogs are very attuned to our moods and...
As the warmer weather rolls out, we’re seeing Spring pet pests on the rise. It turns out that they’re as happy to see us and our pets as we are to wear fewer layers and take longer walks. Some of these bugs are just annoying,...
If you’re ready to boost the happy vibes in your life then training your dog is one sure way to make it happen! That may seem like a stretch, but these 4 solid ways that training helps add fun, reduce stress, grow love and increase...
"It's the most stressful time of the year With the dog's collars jingle belling And everyone telling you to be of good cheer It's the most stressful time of the year...
Snouting When considering Winter enrichment exercises for your dog, there is one that combines maximum fun for your dog with minimal effort from you - Snouting. Your dog?s sense of smell? is 40 times greater than your own. This amazing fact is what will make Snouting your...
Lets be honest, for most of us Winter is the season we hope never arrives and pray that it?s over quick. If we feel that way, with all the options available to entertain ourselves, just think what our dogs must be experiencing - no swimming, no...
Whether you realize it or not, every action you make around your dog is either reinforcing or punishing specific behavior. Obviously, we all want our dogs to exhibit desirable behaviors, so it?s best to understand what works and what does not when it comes to...