How crates can be used when training a dog? Crates are incredibly useful tools for dog training – but we often forget that they’re an option. If your crate is gathering dust now that your puppy is potty trained, you might be under-using it. Crate training can be used as part of the training plan for many common behavior problems. Issues like jumping on guests or growling around the food bowl are perfect examples. Of course, it’s always important to make sure that your dog is getting plenty of time out of the crate with the family. If your dog…
Most dog owners understand how important it is to take their dogs outside for daily walks. However, plain old walks – just marching your dog around the block…
When you see a family with a lot of dogs, you may think to yourself: how do they feed multiple dogs at the same time? Many dogs struggle with food…
I’m going to let you in on a secret with dog obedience training or really any dog training methods in general. We all have things we want to…
It can happen to any pet owner: suddenly (or so it seems), we find ourselves with an older pet. Maybe we adopted a rescue or our long-time family…
How Long Will It Take To Train My Dog? When you come home to a yellow puddle on the floor or a new hole in the yard, it…
There’s no doubt about it. Getting a new puppy is overwhelmingly exciting. Whether it’s your first dog or your fifth, it’s hard to beat the feeling of adding…
New puppies are exciting and adorable. However, they can be equally as exhausting. These little bundles of joy require similar precautions to human children, and most people don’t…
It’s no secret that people love their dogs. According to the ASPCA, about 44% of households in the United States have a dog. Our furry friends are such an integral…