Dog Training
5 Ways to Improve Your Dog’s Behavior On Walks
Walks are an important part of every dog’s day-to-day. But what happens when their behavior tends to slide on every outdoor stroll? The best way to make sure your dog is equipped to help you through the well-behaved walks of your dreams is to make sure that you train them right from the get-go. But…
Read MoreHow to Use a Clicker to Train Your Dog
Dogs are incredibly smart creatures, and you can train your dog with a unique set of goals revolving around your lifestyle. Basic training commands and behaviors are necessary for practically all dogs, as standard training helps them fit into society with manners. Regardless of what you’re training your dog for, finding an efficient strategy is…
Read MoreMental Stimulation Enrichment Activities For Dogs
Just like us, dogs benefit from ample, healthy mental stimulation. Many breeders prioritize ‘early neurological stimulation’ when caring for newborn puppies. The American Kennel Club emphasizes that ‘the first three weeks of a puppy’s life are a crucial time’ because they’re just beginning to learn to see and hear. In fact, most pups do not…
Read MoreTeaching Your Dog Hand Signals
Many dog owners are unaware of the benefits of teaching their dog hand signals. Hand signals are a form of non-verbal communication that can train your dog and cue them to perform certain behaviors without the need for clear audible instructions. Dogs are tuned into our body language and interpret our gestures and movement correctly…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Dog Safe During Off-Leash Training
Part of being a responsible dog owner is ensuring that your furry friend is well-trained. Traditional leash training is important for their safety and everyone else’s, but there may come a time when you want your dog to be able to roam free without a leash. This is where off-leash dog training comes in to…
Read MoreTeaching Your Kids to Care For Your Pets
Bringing home a new pet or a new baby are both happy and life-altering experiences. With your family expanding, it is important to teach your kids to respect and care for the pets in your home, from avoiding tail-pulling to properly bathing and feeding your pets. Understanding how to respect your pet’s personal space is…
Read MoreHow to Teach Your Dog to Come When Called
We have all seen — or sometimes are — that person in the park yelling at their dog to come back while they happily chase a butterfly. However, this doesn’t do anything to entice our dogs to come back to us and actually may have a negative impact. Learning to come when called is an…
Read MoreHow to House Train an Older Dog
Older dogs offer many advantages, and from their perspective, there’s no substitute for a loving home. At the same time, you may encounter challenges stemming from old habits of the dog’s previous lifestyle. That especially applies when your older dog has issues going to the bathroom as is considered proper for your household. The good…
Read MoreIntroducing a Dog to a New Baby
Before the newborn arrives, you have a lot of prepping for them and your pre-existing child: the family furbaby. Dogs are smart, so they’ll catch on to the fact that something is changing in the home relatively quickly. Furniture moves, new things are brought in, and the biggest change of all is a whole…
Read MoreWhat To Know About Crate Training Your Dog
Crate training is always a topic of discussion among dog owners. Some owners see it as confining their dog, while others view the practice as a positive environment for their dog to rest and stay safe. The fact of the matter is that most veterinarians and trainers recommend crate training, especially from a young age. …
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