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I am often told by pet parents that they use a “time out” for their dogs to control or eliminate barking, running around the house, jumping on furniture, and generally causing havoc. So, many frustrated pet parents use the method[…]
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Sometimes, there is a point at which a dog cannot handle more discomfort or anxiety and we have to respect that. If the behavioral issue is stemming from fear, and that fear is overwhelming, the dog will instinctively choose fight,[…]
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Puppies and dogs that have been adopted from a shelter or rescue foundation, do better if they start in a central location of your home. For puppies, you will be starting them off on the right track to conforming to[…]
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A puppy is just being a puppy. He’s not being bad. The problem is we want him to act human and that’s never going to happen. But he can be a little more human as time goes on and we[…]
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A dog’s home is not his castle, but the backyard is his kingdom! So how do you explain the difference to him? If you remove the grey area, your dog will not be confused about what is ok or not[…]
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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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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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July 4th fireworks may be more intense in volume in addition to emerging with more of a sudden boom, and more often than thunder without the warning of a rolling, escalating rumble. Imagine your puppy hearing a barrage of explosive[…]
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