Positive Reinforcement, Patience & Repetition Help Along the Dog Training Journey Signing your pup up for dog obedience classes is one of the first steps in helping your new best friend become the best they can be. However, what happens after they graduate from class and walk out the classroom doors for the final time? […]

Why You Should Consider Scheduled Feeding and Structured Walks Do you free feed your dog? It may be easier in the short term to leave your dog’s food out, and let it eat when it wants – but the pitfalls of this approach should give you pause. These are some of the reasons you should […]

5 Tips for Dog De-Shedding at Home Whether you’ve got a short-haired breed who seldom gives you problems or a relentless shedding machine (think sheepdogs, huskies, Akitas, chow chows, malamutes, golden retrievers…), you’re going to have to deal with some stray hair. No matter what, you’ll have to invest time in cleaning up your dog’s […]

Cat lovers, don’t take this personally. But this 24/7 care tutorial is mainly targeted to owners of canines–the furry bundles of energy that can’t seem to get enough of human interaction. The high maintenance members of the family. When it comes to dog care, there are a number of things to consider if your schedule […]

While a dog’s coat of fur can provide additional warmth, it isn’t enough to protect a dog from the cold. Like humans, dogs are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia, both serious and harmful cold weather-related conditions, and they need extra protection during the winter months. So make sure to protect your dog from the dangers […]

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When was the last time your pup had a nail trim? If you can hear those nails click-clacking on the floor, it’s been a little too long. Ideally, you should trim your dog’s nails before they make contact with the ground, but many pooches put up a struggle whenever they see the nail clippers. That’s […]

If you’ve come home to find your dog has destroyed your favorite shoes, urinated on the floor and scratched the paint off the inside of your front door, your dog may be suffering from separation anxiety. Often, owners think a dog’s destructive tendencies are just unexplained bad behavior, but dogs may resort to chewing on […]

If you’ve come home to find your dog has destroyed your favorite shoes, urinated on the floor and scratched the paint off the inside of your front door, your dog may be suffering from separation anxiety. Often, owners think a dog’s destructive tendencies are just unexplained bad behavior, but dogs may resort to chewing on […]

The tiny shorthaired Chihuahua requires very little (no pun intended) grooming, unlike some larger breeds with thicker or longer coats. And grooming isn’t just about appearances – grooming is an essential part of a dog’s healthcare, especially for the following breeds. Afghan hound The Afghan hound’s smooth, silky coat can become matted easily – even […]