If there's one thing I envy at the park it's seeing dogs that walk perfectly by their owner's side. Another dog coming up? Doesn't phase them at all. A trio of excited kids approaching? The dog doesn't seem to notice.My dog and I used to be the … [Read more...]
5 Easy Puppy Training Games
The word fun probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the phrase puppy training. But by using puppy training games you can make the training process a lot more enjoyable. And the best part is all of these training games are … [Read more...]
5 Confidence Building Games For Dogs
Is your dog shy around strangers? Do they get anxious in new situations? If so chances are your dog could benefit from some confidence building exercises -- and one of the easiest ways to do that is by using games.Experiencing new things in a fun … [Read more...]
5 Dog Training Lessons I Learned The Hard Way
When it comes to dog training there's no doubt that we learn a lot of valuable information from "do this to achieve this" articles, but there's also value in learning from mistakes.Anyone that's worked closely with their dog knows that dog … [Read more...]
How I Stopped My Dog From Barking at the TV
Does your dog bark at the TV? Do they get riled up anytime they see or hear an animal on the screen? I thought my dog was just a bit weird when she did it, but as it turns out it's a pretty common problem. Over the past couple of years I've gotten … [Read more...]
5 Myths About Managing Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Separation anxiety in dogs can be difficult to treat, yet I've read over & over again that there's one magical tip that can cure it overnight. Unfortunately it's not that easy. Just like treating any sort of anxiety problem the solution is not … [Read more...]
5 Common House Training Issues & How to Fix Them
I've written about how to potty train your puppy before, but I haven't spent adequate time addressing the issues many of us face during the process. I've gotten a lot of questions regarding house training, many asking how to handle certain setbacks, … [Read more...]
10 Fun Brain Games For Dogs
Looking for some fun ways to entertain your dog and keep them mentally stimulated? If so you should start adding brain games to their routine.Mentally stimulating activities such as brain games enrich our dogs lives by giving them something … [Read more...]
10 Tips That Make Dog Training Easier
What's the first word that comes to mind when you hear the term dog training?Chances are it's not the word easy. Dog training can be a challenge, and it's something all of us have struggled with at one time or another. But there are ways to make … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Managing Canine Separation Anxiety
Managing canine separation anxiety sucks. My dog Carter had a pretty bad case and it was heart breaking to watch. He'd panic every time I left the house, and that panic continued well after I was gone. I felt absolutely helpless.I read every book … [Read more...]