Murphdog Magazine

DOGGY DAYCARE DELIGHTS

July 11, 2024 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, ETC, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, PUPPY, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING, WALKERS, walking

“Dear Jenna…”I work all day, and my dog is alone from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. I can’t leave him loose in the house because he’s so destructive. Do you think it’s okay to keep him in a kennel all[…]

ELECTRONIC ULTRASONIC DEVICES

July 11, 2024 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, ETC, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, PUPPY, SAFETY, TOYS & CHEWS

It’s human nature to take the path of least resistance. Training a dog takes time, patience, understanding, love, affection, leadership, respect, knowledge, method, and devotion. This is not the description of taking the course of action that is easiest to[…]

HOUSE TRAINING IDEAS THAT MAY BACKFIRE!

July 7, 2024 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, HOUSETRAINING, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, puppy training, Training Blog, TRAINING-, walking

I thought it would be interesting to share some of the dog training methods used by pet parents on the advice of the internet, dog sellers/breeders, and well-meaning dog lovers that may work for a short time but most likely[…]

CUTE LITTLE DOGS WITH BIG ISSUES –

July 6, 2024 jrobbins3 ADOPTION & RESCUE, BEHAVIOR, COLLARS, FOOD, HEALTH, HOUSETRAINING, INFORMATIVE-, LEASHES, pet parent, RESCUE, SAFETY, SENIORS, SOCIALIZING, TOYS & CHEWS, Training Blog, TRAINING-, walking

When people think of little dogs, they think of cute, baby, sweet, innocent, and less work. Little dogs can have big issues, so I want to discuss some of those issues and clear the air about “little dogs are so[…]

DOGS ARE NOT KIDS IN FURRY SUITS

July 6, 2024 jrobbins3 ADOPTION & RESCUE, BEHAVIOR, ETC, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, puppy training, RESCUE, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING, TRAINING-

What is the meaning of “Dog Propensity”? Propensity is the tendency to behave in a certain way. In other words, the tendency to do the thing we do. “Dangerous Propensity” is the tendency of a dog to bite without provocation.[…]

IT IS OR IT ISN’T – YOU CAN OR YOU CAN’T

July 6, 2024 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, PUPPY, puppy training, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING, Training Blog, TRAINING-

Many clients want to know if I think it’s OK for their dog to sleep on their bed. They are surprised to hear that I allow my dogs to do so. I love having them on my couch, watching TV,[…]

PUPPY BELLY-RUB MASSAGE OR MANIPULATION?

July 5, 2024 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, INFORMATIVE-, LEASHES, pet parent, PUPPY, puppy training, SOCIALIZING, TRAINING-, walking

What could be cuter than a puppy rolling over to ask for a belly rub? And I don’t know anyone who isn’t happy to oblige. Any pet parent who trains with me knows I am not a “treat trainer,” meaning[…]

EXPOSURE THERAPY HELPS FIGHT, FLIGHT OR FREEZE

July 5, 2024 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, COLLARS, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, puppy training, RESCUE, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING, TRAINING-, walking

Dogs have limitations, just like humans. Each dog has different emotions, intelligence, fears, likes, and dislikes. Additionally, they have different levels of tolerance. Sometimes, there is a point at which a dog cannot handle more discomfort or anxiety, and we[…]

DOG PARK SAFE PLAY ALTERNATIVE

July 5, 2024 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, ETC, HEALTH, HYGIENE, INFORMATIVE-, LEASHES, pet parent, PUPPY, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING, walking

What could be more fun than going to your neighborhood’s “Dog Park” if you have a dog? Clients ask me what I think about dog parks and want an honest answer, but I know they are really looking for me[…]