How To Calm Your Pet with These 3 Essential Oils
The reason I love animals so much is that they give off an attitude of happiness, innocence and unconditional love to their people. Our pets are just as happy being a part of our household…
Mastering the Commands “Come & No” in Dog Training
Teaching your dog to respond to the “Come” command is absolutely crucial for both of you. You have to realize that you must have this control for his well being and, because he most likely…
Avoid These Dog Training Disasters
I could hear my Mom’s voice: “If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.” Easy for her, she was on her way to becoming a Catholic nun before she met…
Walking Your Dog With A Gentle Leader
A few years back a very distraught lady walked into my dog training studio. When I looked at her I thought she was recently assaulted. She sat down and started to cry. I offered her…
Puppy House Breaking Made Simple
I have been taking in dogs for more years than I care to admit, and I have discovered that it is possible to quickly train any dog, of any age, quickly and relatively easily. However,…
How Harsh Training Methods Can Cause Dog Aggression
There is an old saying among dog trainers that goes: “The only thing two dog trainers can agree on is what the third one is doing wrong.” There are basically two schools of dog trainers.…
How To Manage Dog Bite Safety
Keeping a dog as a pet has been shown to benefit physical and mental health in both adults and children. They can be wonderful companions and the interactions experienced by growing up with a dog…
How To Use A Doggie Dooley Waste Disposal System
Have you ever felt bad about the amount of dog waste that you put in the waste bin? It gets super smelly and isn’t nice to deal with. It isn’t great for the environment either.…
Is There Any Need For Dog Debarking?
Those who oppose debarking operations often do so on the grounds of inhumanity. They object to the surgery on principle, noting the dog has no ability to consent to the action and that since it…
How To Train Your Dog With A Harness
One of the easiest training lessons you will ever encounter is harness training. Why is this? It is because your dog already knows the basics of how to function on a collar and leash system…
Housebreaking Rules for Your New Puppy
You’re the proud owner of a new puppy. Unfortunately, you are also the not so proud owner of a soggy living room carpet. It doesn’t take long to realize this can’t keep happening. So what…
Patio Dog Doors To Make Your Life Easier
These simple tips will help you decide which patio dog doors are sturdy, stylish and, most importantly, suit your budget. Before purchasing patio dog doors, there are several factors you need consider in successfully buying…
Great Reasons Why You Should Make Homemade Dog Food
Many dog owners are turning to homemade treats verses store-bought or processed treats and snacks. The health benefits of homemade dog treats parallel our human need to snack healthier and live healthier lives, so it…
Four Rules Of Dog Feeding
Every dog is different and finding exactly what works for your dog is key to a healthy lifestyle for your pet. Rule 1 A dog should be fed by the same person at every feeding.…
How To Teach Your Puppy Great Tricks
When your puppy has learned some of the basic training needs, you can then teach your puppy great tricks. For example, put the puppy in a Sit-Stay, back off a foot or two, show him…