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Pup Out of Water: Creating a Safe and Enriching Environment for Your New Puppy

Maureen Patin October 10, 2020 Articles 0 0

By Rhea Northcut CPDT-KA ABCDT Anyone who has recently had a pup knows how much work puppies can be and how they can get into a lot of trouble. The problem with puppies (and dogs) living in our house is it is not their natural environment. Because of this, we have to teach them how we would like them to... Read more

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Agility Fun Match At WAGD Richardson!

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We will be having a Agility fun Match at our Richardson location on Saturday 10/10/20! Read more

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Holiday Schedule for WAGD

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Click here for the full holiday schedule with all upcoming closures. Read more

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The Power of the Cookie Jar

What a Great Dog September 24, 2020 Articles 0 0

By Maureen Patin CPDT-KA Founder/Head Trainer What a Great Dog Training Centers Setting up treat stations around the house will take your dog training to a whole new level! Being able to quickly reward your dog for around the house behaviors is powerful. This concept also tells your dog that great behavior “could” be rewarded at ANY time, not just... Read more

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Destructive Doggies – Tips for Survival

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By Maureen Patin CPDT-KA, Founder/Head Trainer of What a Great Dog! Training Centers Does your dog get into everything in sight while you’re away? Preventing this takes some time and effort, but with the right strategies you can teach your dog to consistently choose his toys and not yours! Just like toddlers, dogs, especially puppies want to put anything and... Read more

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Raising a Puppy while Social Distancing

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In many ways this can be the ideal time to add a puppy to your family. Read more

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Our Favorite Things

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By Maureen Patin CPDT-KA , Founder / Head Trainer of What a Great Dog! Training Centers Don’t you just love that feeling of finding a great product that really works for your life. Here at What a Great Dog! our staff of dog nerds is always looking to optimize our lives with dogs. Here are the favorite products that made... Read more

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Is Now the Right Time to Adopt your Next Dog?

What a Great Dog August 1, 2020 Articles 0 0

By Maureen Patin CPDT-KA ,Founder / Head Trainer of What a Great Dog! Training Centers Some of my fondest childhood memories are times I spent with our family dog. Still as an adult, I look to my dogs for fun, support and companionship. I truly can’t imagine life without them. But, as a prospective new dog owner, its important to pause... Read more

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Keep Your Dogs Safe During the Holiday!

What a Great Dog July 2, 2020 Articles 0 0

Fireworks and Fido just don’t mix! 🐶 💥 Here are some tips to keep your dogs safe for the 4th of July 🐾 Keep your dog at home while you enjoy the outdoor festivities. Loud noises and big crowds can frighten and/or overwhelm your dog. 🐾 Make sure your dog’s ID tags and microchip numbers are up to date. 🐾 We highly suggest keeping... Read more

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Beat the Heat: Summer Safety Tips for Your Dog!

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With triple digit temperatures, it’s important to make sure your furry friend stays cool. Here are some tips to make that happen! Read more