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Why Group Classes?

Training your dog is one of the most important investments you can make in their wellbeing—and your sanity. Group dog training classes offer unique advantages that go beyond basic obedience. Whether you’ve just brought home a new pup or you’re working with an adult dog, a group class can provide the structure, support, and socialization both you and your dog... Read more
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All Good Things Come to Those Who Crate

by Brittany Wingfield ADT, FDM How do you take your pup from a playpen to a crate? One word: SLOW. We love using appropriate playpens to help puppies transition into our homes, but moving them from a roomy pen into an appropriately sized crate can be a stressful change. Yet it you tackle this training early, your pup will be... Read more
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Does it Matter HOW my Dog is Trained?

There are many different ways to change a dog’s behavior, but the common thread is that all effective methods require a motivator. These motivators can range from seeking treats and praise to avoiding punishment. Skilled trainers can achieve desired behaviors using any of these methods. So, if we’re all aiming for the same outcome, does the method really matter? The... Read more
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Great tips for teaching your pup to play fetch

Article by Adrian Phillips Fetch can be an entertaining activity for both you and your dog. It is a great way to bond with your dog, and get them moving their bodies! Here are a few ways you can teach them to fetch, in as few as 5 steps! Read more
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Unleashing Ways to Give Relief to Your Dog with Seasonal Allergies

Welcome to spring time in Texas! Seasonal allergies may find you sneezing and reaching for the tissue box. But allergic reactions to trees, plants and grass in your dog may cause him to lick, scratch and nibble on his itchy skin and paws. The Dallas metroplex actually ranks 19th among the worst cities in the United States for allergies due... Read more
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Tips for Living with a Blind Dog

Tips for Living with a Blind Dog by Paige Varvel, Trainer It can be challenging when a dog loses sight or if you’re adopting a blind dog into your home. There are many things to take into consideration when making your home a safe place for a pup with impaired or no vision.  Consider investing in a good pair of... Read more
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Are Two Pups Better Than One? Insight on Littermate Syndrome

Littermate syndrome is the term given to behavioral issues frequently seen when two pups of a similar age are raised together.  It most often occurs when two pups from the same litter are adopted by a family, though it can also be seen when two unrelated pups are raised together.  Interestingly, significant behavioral science studies have not been conducted on... Read more