Struggling with dog issues at home is a common occurrence. But it does not have to be so! We first need to understand why our dog behaves the way it does. Secondly, we need a strategy to teach our dog, be it better manners, more confidence, or learning how to provide appropriate “legal outlets.” It…
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A Better-Behaved Pup at Home complimentary class
Struggling with dog issues at home is a common occurrence. But it does not have to be so! We first need to understand why our dog behaves the way it does. Secondly, we need a strategy to teach our dog, be it better manners, more confidence, or learning how to provide appropriate “legal outlets.” It…
Impulse Control at the Front Door
For some dogs impulse control at the front door is literally mission impossible. Rio is one of those dogs! Her impulse control in other circumstances such as waiting to be released to go after a toy is superb. The reason behind the lack of impulse control at the front door could be for a myriad…
Introducing Your New Dog to an Existing Dog in the Home
Adding a new dog to your home could be one of the most challenging things you might have to do with your existing pup (s). But it doesn’t need to be so. If you plan ahead and follow a few simple rules, your dogs will stand a better chance of getting along and even becoming…
Is it okay to sleep in bed with your dog?
I often get asked if it is “okay” to sleep with a dog in bed. This is one of the issues that is actually quite personal. Some people – I would say most people, love sleeping with their dogs but other folks would rather not. And sometimes the “rather nots” do not know how to…
Solutions for dogs recuperating from surgery
As I am writing this I am sitting next to my two dogs. They are both lying down, but Rio unfortunately is wearing one of those very cumbersome Elizabethan collars. She just underwent surgery a week ago and we are looking at to 8 -10 weeks of lying low with little in the form of…
Tips to help your pup enjoy its crate
People choose to put their dogs in crates for a myriad of reasons. First there is the thinking that dogs “like dens” and as such they must like crates. Second, people crate their dogs as a lifestyle instead of managing their dog and teaching the dog how to “behave” in their home. Others have chosen…
Rehabilitating a dog afraid of larger dogs
I am working with a smallish dog that is apparently afraid of other dogs, especially dogs that are bigger than her. I designed a set of training plans so that she can be exposed to different large friendly dogs that and in the process help gain some confidence. Our second goal is for her to learn how to…
Equipment to help your dog not pull on leash
In this post, I would like to review some of the most popular gear to help minimize (or not) dog-pulling on leash. When deciding what kind of equipment to use, there are a few considerations to keep in mind. 1. Efficacy of the equipment2. Comfort level for the dog3. Ability of the person(s) walking the dog in using…
Pet Allergies: Consider These Options
When a member of the family develops allergies to dogs their doctor most often recommends the following measures: Containment of the dog – preferably by keeping the dog outside at all times Bathing and brushing the dog often (sometimes too often!) Removing carpets and replacing furnishings with fabrics (such as sofas) for non-fabric ones Preventing…