Understanding your dog’s mind and emotions
How smart is your dog? How many emotions does he have access to? Recent research into canine behavior and cognition is yielding some surprising results.…
Category: Dog Training
Solutions for dogs that chase cars
Does your dog chase cars or “attack” certain vehicles while you’re out on a walk? Here’s how to combat this dangerous behavior problem. Most rescue…
4 reasons to enroll your new puppy in a training class
You adopted a puppy – congratulations! Once you’ve gotten a chance to get to know one another, consider enrolling him in a training class. Puppy…
Biking and jogging with your dog
Biking or jogging with your dog can be excellent exercise and lots of fun, but remember to keep his comfort and safety in mind. Spring…
Rate your dog’s food!
How does your dog’s food rate in terms of good nutrition? Use this scoring system to help you make the best dietary choices for your…
How to select a dog training class
Know what to ask and look for when choosing the right training class for you and your dog. Most of us recognize the importance of…
Harnesses for dogs
Take a look at the “who, why, what and where” of dog harnesses, and how easy they are to use! Walking offers multiple benefits to…
How to put on your dog’s harness
Do you struggle to get a harness on your dog? The very mention of going for a walk can send dog into an excitable frenzy.…
Top 5 canine cancer prevention tips
Cancer is a common disease in dogs, but here’s how you can significantly reduce your companion’s risk of becoming another statistic. Did you know your dog…
Tips for crating dogs with separation anxiety
Does your dog panic when you leave him alone in his crate? Here’s how to ease his separation anxiety and curb dangerous behaviors. Most dog…
Leash-walking basics for you and your dog
Is your dog an unruly leash-walker? Does he pull you off your feet every time something distracts him? These tips will help transform him into…
A nutritional approach to your pet’s skin problems
Following these 7 nutritional guidelines can significantly reduce your dog or cat’s skin problems. Switching a dog or cat with skin problems to a fresh…
