Two isolated and not entirely different situations focused on introducing Derek to a new guest in their home, resulting in an act of aggression. Derek was what his pet parents describe as calm and then suddenly for no apparent reason,[…]
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MurphDog And Company Blogs
WHAT JENNA REFERS TO AS THE DESIGNATED BATHROOM
Housebreaking, which is now called housetraining or potty training, is more complex than just teaching your puppy to go to the “bathroom” outside. The part of this process that I want to bring your attention to is all[…]
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HORSES ON THE RIGHT — DOGS ON THE LEFT
Dogs on the left Horses on the right The beginning of every dog training starts with directing the pet parent to keep their dog on the left. Additionally, the leash is controlled by the left hand leaving the right hand[…]
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K9 TEACHER-TRAINING TIPS AND TRICKS
Are you trying to teach your puppy to play fetch? Instead of using one ball, or giving your dog a treat to bring the ball back, try using two balls or two frisbees. Throw one ball, then show your dog[…]
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WELCOMING HOME A NEW PUPPY
If you’re bringing home a puppy, the first thing you need to consider is what the puppy will need. Where should I keep him so that he’s happy, safe, comfortable, easy to take care of, and train? Let me make[…]
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CAN YOUR PUPPY BE TOO FRIENDLY?
There will be a point when your friendly puppy who runs to the first person they see, jumping and rolling over for belly rubs, stops being cute and evolves into problematic. An over-socialized puppy will create uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing[…]
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HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN YOUR PUPPY HAS TO GO?
If you take your puppy outside every hour you might avoid any accidents in the house but its kind of like the chicken and the egg. Seriously. Did you take your puppy out because he had to “go” or ??? […]
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RECALL #??? SAM’S CLUB
Sam’s Club Member’s Mark Beef Sticks are on the voluntary recall. Sold at Sam’s Club brick and Mortal stores as well as online, all 2.2 lb. bags sold since MARCH 1, 2021, Member’s Mark Beef Sticks are being recalled due[…]
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IMPULSE CONTROL–YOURS AND YOUR PUPPY’S
Why do pet parents expect more from their puppies than they expect from themselves? Why do humans show more tolerance for other humans that display a lack of control, but show little tolerance for their puppy? When a puppy is[…]
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