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...
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,...
Summer is here and along with it comes celebrations which frequently include fireworks. Most of us enjoy, and even look forward to, fireworks with the ‘oohs’ and ‘aahs’ that go along with it. But for your dog it may be a different story. Is your dog scared...
We previously discussed the different socialization periods for your puppy, but only briefly touched on the fact that during that time your puppy will experience a fear period. There are actually two separate fear periods - and both are normal developmental stages for...
You may have heard that puppy socialization is the most critical learning period in your dog’s life. It absolutely is! Exposing your puppy to a wide range of experiences is important as this helps to build their overall personality. It also influences how they react...
Dog trainers, breeders and some veterinarians talk a lot about “puppy socialization”… but what exactly is it? Is it simply just ensuring that your puppy meets other dogs? Well, that’s part of it, but it's only one piece of the puzzle. WHAT IS PUPPY...