Dogs, like people, are more likely to repeat behaviors when they get something rewarding in return. Think of it like going to work—you do it because you earn a paycheck. Without that reward, would you keep showing up? Probably not! This same principle is at the heart...
Most of us go through our daily activities without even thinking about it. You get up in the morning, shower, brush your teeth, eat breakfast and head out the door to work, the gym or to run errands. Many of those activities you don't even think about... they're just...
So, you finally brought home that adorable bundle of fur you've been dreaming about – your new puppy! Congratulations on adding an exciting addition to your family! However, now that the initial excitement has settled, you might find yourself wondering... "What do I...
Whether you're teaching your dog the basics, or addressing behavioral issues, incorporating the 3 D's can significantly increase your likelihood of success. The 3 D's - Duration, Distance and Distraction - are key elements that will help you significantly in training...
I'm sure you've heard of the movie "How To Train Your Dragon"... well, let's do the dog version of that! So, if you're ready, let's em-'bark' (sorry, the bad puns might continue until I finish my coffee!) on an adventure filled with wagging tails, high-fives, and...
Husbandry refers to the routine, sometimes daily tasks, that our dogs need to have done to ensure they are living healthy and happy lives. This not only includes activities that you may do at home, such as brushing, bathing, giving medications, trimming nails,...
You come home from running errands to find your puppy had an accident and left you with a big puddle of pee to clean up. OOPS! As a puppy guardian... how would you deal with this scenario? When it comes to puppy potty training should you punish your puppy? Should you...
In an effort to help spread the word... I wanted to share this article from Whole Dog Journal about an increase in reports of dogs with suspected cases of Canine Parvovirus (aka CPV, CPV2 and Parvo) in Michigan. Symptoms included vomiting, severe and bloody diarrhea...
All dogs need some degree of grooming and care done at home.... and in addition to that, some breeds may also need to visit the groomer every 4 to 6 weeks. Now that you have your new puppy you should know where you fit on that scale. Regardless of whether or not you...