Pros & Cons of Dog Parks
Many neighborhoods feature dog parks where residents and furry friends can mingle. You will need to determine whether this is a good option for your pet.
COVID and Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety
Have you noticed that your dog gets extremely upset when you leave the house, or even when you are just out of sight? Many dogs are prone to developing separation anxiety, and this condition has worsened with COVID. As more and more pet parents are working from home and spending more time at their residence, [...]
When Your Dog Gets Sprayed by a Skunk
You send your pup out into the yard at night and wham! he is hit with nature’s stink bomb. What do you do when your dog meets a skunk?
Safe Play Between Children and Dogs
Dogs and small children can be so cute together, especially when they form strong emotional bonds. However, both dogs and kids have minds and emotions of their own; it’s important to teach both of them as early as possible about safe play, so as to decrease the chance of injury. First Impressions are Important If [...]
Training Your Dog to Stay Off the Furniture
Limiting the time your dog spends on the furniture means less vacuuming of dog hair for you, and keeps it from developing a permanent doggy smell.
Making Daily Walks More Interesting
If you find that you or Rover are bored with your normal daily walks, there are a number of ways you can make your outside time together more exciting.
Aggression Towards the Veterinarian
Aggressive behavior at the veterinarian makes an already stressful experience even worse. Though you may initially be embarrassed, don’t worry.
Preparing your Dog for New Baby’s Arrival
A new baby in the house completely alters the family routine and dynamic. Dogs, who thrive on consistent schedules, are likely to be overwhelmed.
Training your Dog to Go Boating
If you are a dog owner, boating is a wonderful adventure for you and your canine friend. It provides many new sights, smells, and sounds for him to enjoy.
Clicker Training Your Dog
When using the clicker training method, you should never click without an accompanying treat, as this will confuse and de-motivate your pup.