How Puppies Learn Not to Bite By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:44:03-04:00March 5th, 2010|Dog Care Tips, Dog Training Classes, Obedience Classes| Why do Puppies Bite? Puppies naturally use their mouth to chew, play, and explore different objects, including your shoes. But how do you teach a puppy not to bite? How do dogs learn to control what is called, mouthy behavior? It is part of the natural process of a puppy growing up to discover not Read More Comments Off on How Puppies Learn Not to Bite
Dog Poison Tip #2 By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:44:15-04:00March 3rd, 2010|Dog Care Tips| Common Household Products Damage Your Dog’s Health There are items around or in households that may be lethal to your dog’s health. Being cautious and aware of what these items are is the first step to protecting your dog’s wellbeing. For this reason, we are continuing the “Dog Poison” series with this entry. Here are Read More Comments Off on Dog Poison Tip #2
Check Out Twitter for Adoptable Pets By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:44:31-04:00March 1st, 2010|Dog Care Tips| “Tweet” about Adoptable Pets If you want to help spread the word about an adoptable pet, then check out TwitteraCritter.com. It is a tool to share the news about pets up for adoption. It is a way to help even if you are not in a position to adopt a pet. How TwitteraCritter Works First, Read More Comments Off on Check Out Twitter for Adoptable Pets
How to Teach Your Dog to Play Tug-of-War By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:49:53-04:00February 26th, 2010|Dog Care Tips, Dog Training Classes, Obedience Classes| Benefits of Playing Tug-of-War Playing tug-of-war with your dog is an immense exercise teaching your dog to play nicely, listen to you during times of excitement, and allow your dog to release canine instinct of pulling and tugging in a fun atmosphere. The first thing you need to do is get a suitable toy. Appropriate Read More Comments Off on How to Teach Your Dog to Play Tug-of-War
How to Choose an Ideal Dog Park By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:49:59-04:00February 24th, 2010|Dog Care Tips| What is a Dog Park? Dog parks are a safe, happy, friendly place created for dogs to socialize, exercise, and roam freely off a leash. A well-designed dog park is a positive environment to take your pup. It encourages physical activity, bonding, and interacting with other dogs and people. These are all factors you wish Read More Comments Off on How to Choose an Ideal Dog Park
Dog Poison Tip #1 By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:45:01-04:00February 22nd, 2010|Dog Care Tips, Dog Training Classes, Obedience Classes| Watch Out for Dog Poisons Many ordinary, household items, if ingested by your dog, may cause your pet to turn fatally ill. You need to be careful of what you leave laying around the house, and keep things out of your pup’s reach. Here are a few items to keep stored away and inaccessible to Read More Comments Off on Dog Poison Tip #1
How to Identify Positive Play between Dogs By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:45:46-04:00February 19th, 2010|Dog Care Tips| When Dogs Play Nice When your dog is socializing with other pups, it is important to understand what cheerful play between two pups is and when it is time to step in. What is Upbeat Play? Some inexperienced dog owners have difficult knowing when two dogs are having fun interacting. Here are a few traits Read More Comments Off on How to Identify Positive Play between Dogs
Air Travel with Your Dog By Mark S.|2022-08-12T23:45:40-04:00February 17th, 2010|Dog Care Tips| Air Travel with Your Dog Made Easy Some dog owners become anxious with the idea of traveling with a pup. It is natural to feel a bit nervous. But if you take the proper steps to ensure your dog is safe and comfortable during travel, then there is no reason to fret. Freeze the Water Read More Comments Off on Air Travel with Your Dog
How to Feed Your Dog a Pill By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:45:56-04:00February 15th, 2010|Dog Care Tips| Dogs can be Picky Eaters Some dogs will eat anything, while others are fussy eaters. If a medication or a pill has an unappealing scent to a dog, then it will be difficult to get your dog to swallow or eat a pill. However, here are some tricks to try out. Mix it Up First, Read More Comments Off on How to Feed Your Dog a Pill
Dog Introductions Take Time By ABC7|2022-08-12T23:46:05-04:00February 12th, 2010|Dog Care Tips| Dog Socialization Takes Time Dogs are social animals and enjoy companionship with their owners and other dogs. But you need to take your time when introducing a new pup into the house. When you are ready to adopt another dog, have patience. Stay positive and remember these guidelines to help the two socialize on a Read More Comments Off on Dog Introductions Take Time