If you’re in the market for a puppy, you’ve probably searched online for breeders and been dazzled by gorgeous, breeder websites and the claims they make about their puppies. Sadly, many of the websites claiming to be breeders are really puppy mills in disguise. Most consumers have no idea how to differentiate between a professional […]
Puppy Socialization
Puppy Socialization When your puppy first comes home, his mind is a blank slate. He knows nothing about the world except what you show him. Puppies are not born understanding the world around them- what traffic is, what objects such as worms or leaves are, or how to cope with people, cars, other pets or […]
How to Select a Dog Trainer- A Guide to Understanding Dog Training Theory and Styles
“The Pack Leader” Philosophy (Domination Theory) The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) has issued a formal Position Statement about Domination Theory. “This type of training assumes that animals misbehave because they are seeking a higher rank in the pack. This often leads trainers to believe that force must be used to modify the […]
Does my dog have Separation Anxiety?
What is dog separation anxiety? Separation anxiety is a debilitating psychological disorder, which produces significant anxiety and/or panic attacks in animals when they are separated from “their person.” Animals afflicted with this disorder suffer considerably when they are left alone and if they have a panic attack, the resulting behaviors can cause significant physical damage to the […]
Post Surgery Dog Games & Activities
You have finally digested the fact that your dog is having surgery. You’ve figured out how to pay the bill, prepared your home to accommodate a post-surgerical dog and you’re ready to care for your dog during recovery. But, have you thought about how you will keep your active dog happy, quiet, and calm at […]
How to stuff and clean a Kong for dogs
How to stuff and clean a Kong for dogs The Kong is a dog’s best friend. It is a practical way to deliver soft foods such as canned dog food, yogurt, pumpkin, apple sauce or mashed yams. This video demonstrates how to clean and fill the Kong dog toy. Benefits of a Kong Dogs have […]
Teach your dog to sit to be greeted
Teach your dog to sit to be greeted Does your dog jump up on you when you come home from work? Does his enthusiasm for visitors cause him to maul your guests at the front door? You can teach your dog to sit to be greeted instead! Dogs naturally get excited when their people come […]
Does your dog go crazy when visitors arrive at your door?
Does your dog go crazy when visitors arrive at your door? If your dog goes crazy when visitors arrive at your home and expresses his enthusiasm by manic racing around, jumping, barking or racing out the door, this video on door training is for you. Dogs can only offer behaviors which they know- those you […]