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More Than Puppy Play: The Real Goal of Socialization

Socialization is the process of teaching your puppy that the world is safe. One of the biggest misconceptions about puppy socialization is that it means letting your puppy meet and play with as many dogs and people as possible. In reality, the goal is much broader than that, and too much of that can actually create its own set of... Read more
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The Best Way to Handle Puppy Biting

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
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New Pup and Senior Dog Woes

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