To Medicate Your Dog
Seems like we live in a day age where every problem can be solved with a pill. Too many times I have pups coming into my care who have been on Prozac, Trazadone, or any other anti-anxiety medication for years. That’s right. YEARS. And the owners are wondering why they’re dog is showing signs of […]
Should you Neuter or Spay
Neutering. Does it solve behaviors or does it not? And the answer is always the same, it depends. It depends on the age of your dog. It depends on the behaviors you’re hoping to lessen. It depends on your dog’s genetics. It depends if he’s a breeding stud or not. Etc. In recent years more […]
How to teach your dog to listen to your commands
It’s quite common for us to receive pups that already have some training before they come to us. Owners often boast that their dog can sit, lie down, or even come when called. Depending on my mood, I might ask the owner to show me their dog’s skills. This is something I also experience when […]
Pee Pads…Bad Idea
So I dread going to Wal-Mart, something about being in a store that has 5billion people doesn’t appeal to me (shocker, I know). Anywho, I’m in Walmart, making a bee-line towards the items I need and walk pass not one, not two, but three end caps stocked with pee pads. And I’m thinking the US […]
Excessive Licking and Chewing
Licking, scratching to the point of self-mutilation in dogs is more common than you think. Often the hotspot that you find your dog excessively licking or the constant chewing or the over grooming of their private areas can be the stemming from emotional distress. But before you hit panic mode, you need to get your […]
My Dog Eats Poop!
Dogs eat about everything and sometimes this includes their very own turd nuggets. The scientific term for poop eaters is called, coprophagia, but for this article I’ll call it everything but that. I mean for a gross subject, we gotta have a little fun. There are several reasons why your dog may dine on something […]
Pee-worthy! Why some dogs struggle with housebreaking
There are several reasons why your dog may be struggling with housebreaking. The most common causes are submissive urination, excitement urination, and marking. Here are some helpful tips for helping your furry friend get passed these issues. Submissive urination: Submissive peeing or fearful peeing typically stems from a dog who is feeling intimidated or not […]
Preparing for a Puppy
Brining a puppy home is an exciting time! I mean who doesn’t love snuggles and puppy breath? But like with any baby, we must prepare our home to keep our new found friend safe. No different than a toddler, puppies are curious animals and can often find themselves in trouble if our house is not […]
Dog Travel Tips
With this day and age, more and more folks are traveling with their dog. It is a fun experience for dog and human alike, but without these basic items for your furry friend a fun trip can turn quickly into stress. Here is a quick list of items to bring or think about when traveling […]
Feedback Needed! Sincerely, your dog
All trainers talk about effective communication and you can find many versions of such during your training. The most common one that opens a world of possibilities is using consistent marker words. Marker words is way to give your dog feedback on a task that they are performing. For example, if you ask your dog […]
