Food is a big deal to dogs. We want our dogs to enjoy their training treats, their enrichment AND their meals. Using super yummy training treats is a big boost for your dog’s motivation during training. But you may find that he’s less interested in his meal times. Here are the things to think through if you’re experiencing this with... Read more
Puppy biting is a 100% natural canine behavior. Its also naturally outgrown as the pup matures. Punishing for puppy biting is not recommended as it puts your pup at an increased risk for developing other behavior problems, including human-directed aggression. If you do a great job of meeting your pup’s needs, you’ll find that excessive puppy biting is greatly minimized.... Read more
Got pup???!!! Adding a pup to your family is an incredibly joyous occasion (Yay!) Unfortunately, issues often arise that put a damper on the fun (Boo!). Difficulties between the new pup and the existing pets in your home is one of those areas. It is especially problematic when there is an older or more sensitive dog in the home. Many... Read more