What to Expect with a German Shepherd Puppy

By |2022-08-12T23:24:26-04:00July 16th, 2010|Dog Care Tips, Dog Training Classes, Obedience Classes|

A German shepherd is a great dog!  They are loyal, strong, protective and reliable working dogs.  But before bringing home your German shepherd puppy, it is a positive idea to gather as much information ensuring you are knowledgeable about your new addition.  Here are some basic background facts about this breed. Senses are Keen These

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How to Train Herding Dogs

By |2022-08-12T23:24:38-04:00July 14th, 2010|Dog Care Tips, Dog Training Classes, Obedience Classes|

There are certain breed dogs that need to herd animals.  It is part of their make-up.  They are happy when they are herding providing a sense of fulfillment.  But how do you train a dog to herd?  What do you need to know?  Here is a basic breakdown of what you need to know about

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Ways to Build Puppy Confidence

By |2022-08-12T23:25:05-04:00July 12th, 2010|Dog Care Tips, Dog Training Classes, Obedience Classes|

A puppy has a lot to learn about the world and some things may seem scary at first.  But after overcoming different tasks, a puppy’s assurance soars.  Here are a few ways to help your puppy increase self-esteem in a positive manner. Try Obstacle Courses Puppies love to play and have lots of energy to

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What NOT to Do During Dog Training

By |2022-08-12T23:25:34-04:00July 7th, 2010|Dog Care Tips, Dog Training Classes, Obedience Classes|

We have covered Florida dog training tips before in previous blogs, but here is more advice to help you along this journey.  If you keep this in mind while training your dog, then the frustration that comes from dog training should be reduced to a minimum. Never Use Force One thing to remember is to

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How to Remove a Tick from Your Pet

By |2022-08-12T23:25:50-04:00July 5th, 2010|Dog Care Tips|

The idea of discussing how to remove a tick is not pleasant for anyone.  Truth be told, I’m a bit grossed out by the entire topic.  But it is something that needs to be addressed.  Summertime is here.  You are outside more often than during any other months increasing the odds of ticks leaching on

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How to Discourage Digging for Entertainment

By |2022-08-12T23:26:02-04:00July 2nd, 2010|Dog Care Tips|

Dogs dig for different reasons.  They dig to bury stuff, stay warm or remain cool during the summer. Then there are dogs that just enjoy digging.  They dig for entertainment.  This type of dog makes resolving the digging issue a tough one.  You have to think about how to stop the behavior in a means

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