Your dog may not become the next You-Tube sensation, but it can be a superstar in your eyes! With proper training and dedication, you too can have a well-mannered dog. … More Dog training is a process that requires time and patience.
Cats and dogs can live peacefully together, the key is making sure the temperament of the existing animal will accept the new addition. … More Introducing a new member to the family.
Patience and controlled environment is crucial to welcoming a new puppy into the home. … More Tips for transitioning that new puppy
I introduce the dog in training to a calm, tranquil dog and they tend to emulate that behavior. Then I introduce them to the opposite – playful, inquisitive, high-energy dog and the dog will match that intensity almost every single time. … More Is your energy feeding into your dogs behavior?
His eyes always shined with happiness and his face had a perma-grin! The joy he approaches life with is something I hope we can all adapt. … More Pure joy even through adversity
Being a dog trainer requires a certain level of patience, resilience and creativity. You will come across a dog that challenges you in ways others have not. This line of thinking can also transfer into dealing with people as well. … More Lessons for life from a dog trainer.
To choose giving the gift of a puppy requires a big commitment for everyone involved. You will need to commit to proper care and feeding, exercise, interaction and (hopefully) even training. … More Oh How Cute, a puppy for Christmas!!
Even though we will have the loss to deal with eventually, it’s those precious memories that we recall with fondness. The special times and all the happiness and joy that only a furry companion can bring to our lives. … More The loss of a furry friend.
As another week is wrapping itself up, I would like to take a moment and talk about rescue dog’s and some issues you may encounter when opening your home and heart to one. This week I received a phone call from a couple, they recently acquired a chihuahua that had some issues. The dog had … More Rescued from a good home – an oxymoron or some hidden truth?
Another week has come and gone, Friday is upon us and hopefully we are making plans to spend good quality time with friends and family. If you are like me, some of those are of the furry nature! I get to see one of my favorite Boxers on Saturday, get our weekly play/train session in. I … More Welcome Weekend – its Finally Friday!!
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