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.
Have you ever wondered why your dog sometimes has these random bursts of energy? What’s causing these outbursts? Will these outbursts ever go away? What can you do to help your dog when they’ve got the “zoomies”? Continue reading to find out what to do with a dog with high energy spurts. What are the…
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Co-sleeping is an intriguing and sometimes controversial topic, whether you’re talking about co-sleeping with your human children or four-legged babies. New dog owners often grapple with this decision and wonder if there is a right or wrong answer. Should you allow a dog to share a sleeping space? Should I let my dog sleep in my…
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Playing with your dog is one of the greatest ways to spend time together. Whether you’ve got a squeaky bone, a classic tennis ball, or a pup friendly frisbee, fetch is a pup’s favorite game. Until the toy breaks and you have to go home, that is. You might be asking yourself “Can’t you just…
My dog Max LOVES any opportunity to have a nap. He particularly enjoys a snuggle in bed. It got me wondering – why does my dog lay on my chest? Is it a power trip? Can he hear my heartbeat? Dogs are typically social creatures who enjoy showing their affection. As a dog owner, you’ve…
Some dogs are not fans of dog collars. In fact, they hate having them around their neck. Some dogs will never get used to it. This often has owners asking whether there is a reason their dog should be wearing the collar all of the time. Now, in most cases, you should be able to…
If you have a Cockapoo (aka a Spoodle), biting should never typically be that much of an issue. This dog breed is so loved because of how friendly it is. However, every so often, you will get a Cockapoo that bites. Thankfully, for the most part, this should be an easy problem to resolve. It…
Goldendoodles are not an aggressive breed. In fact, they are so well-loved partly because they are one of the sweetest dog breeds that you can own. They have an endless amount of love for their owners. Of course, this doesn’t mean that your Goldendoodle is going to be sweet and love all the time. All…
Dogs are incredibly social animals. They need your attention pretty often, or at least the attention of another dog. You probably won’t mind spending time with your furry friend most of the time, either. However, some dogs are a little bit too clingy. Reader Lauren commented on our YouTube “Help me! My dog won’t leave…
Cockapoos, just like every other dog breed, are incredibly clingy. In fact, some people would argue that Cockapoos are a bit clingier than most other dogs. They seem to have a higher need for social interaction. This is probably down to their high levels of intelligence. It means that they need to be regularly stimulated. …