Dog behavior and training is a reflection of the effort we put in as owners. Some dogs will learn more easily than others – but almost every dog can be a superstar if we employ positive reward based training with persistence. From training a Goldendoodle not to bark, or house training a Maltipoo – we have you covered.
Small dog crates are about more than safely transporting your pet to the vet and back. They offer your dog a place to feel safe, sleep and even hide toys. Crates can also play a vital role in training your dog to follow orders, which is why it is imperative that they are comfortable. We’ll…
Owning a dog means caring for them and doing what you can to meet their needs. You need to feed your dog and offer them a place to sleep, and you must take your dog on walks. However, you can run into problems while going on walks, such as a dog pulling on the leash….
Let’s face it, housebreaking is one of the least glamorous realities of adopting a dog. But every dog, no matter its intelligence level or temperament, must be taught not to do its business indoors. Luckily for prospective dog owners who don’t want to clean up messes constantly, some dog breeds are easier to train than…
The presence of emotional support animals (ESA) has become more prevalent in our society. The rise in popularity may be a result of recent studies that show ESAs successfully help people with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. In fact, recent studies suggest that within the first week of having an ESA, 82%…
The Cane Corso is a reasonably large Italian breed of Mastiff known for its loyalty and protective nature. Originally bred as a working dog, the Corso is still used today for tasks such as herding cattle and hunting. However, this versatile breed is also a great family pet and well-suited to homes with older children…
Dogs are naturally protective of their owners, which is why many dogs bark when they hear someone walking past your house or knocking on the front door. But excessive barking can be frustrating for pet parents and neighbors, leaving you wondering if your pup will ever get tired of barking. Fortunately, bark collars can help…
At one time or another, every dog owner will find their pup answering the call of nature in an unwanted place in your yard or garden. There are times when I’ve found my dog peeing on everything from plants, garbage, trees, and walls, to other upright, inappropriate locations. Fire hydrants are a classic, less destructive…
If you’re one of the nearly 40% of Americans who own a dog, you may have noticed it can be a hassle to take your dog outside every time they need to pee. This is where using a dog pee pad comes in handy! Using a dog grass pad for balcony provides a designated spot…
So you got a new puppy! That’s great. Puppies are a lot of fun. Bringing them home to an ornery, grumpy resident dog? Not so much! Although there are many happy-go-lucky, love-everything-and-everyone dogs that will readily accept the new pack member, not all dogs are that easy to introduce a new puppy to. It is…