Why You Shouldn't Walk Your Aggressive Dog Yes, this is a very strong statement, but allow me to explain why you shouldn't walk your aggressive dog in public. As a professional dog trainer, who works mostly with reactive dogs, there’s a reason for this strong position. Of course, it’s a free country and you can make your own decisions, but are your choices making things … [Read more...]
7 Tips For Bike Riding With Your Dog
Biking With Dogs Safely As temperatures warm up and daylight lingers just a bit longer, pet owners are taking advantage of the warmer months with their dogs. While many pet owners choose to go on a walk, some enjoy biking with their dogs. Before grabbing your dog and bicycle, check out these dog safety tips first. 1. Size of Dog Matters When humans pedal bikes, they move … [Read more...]
Dog Friendly Places
More and more businesses are opening their doors to humankind’s best friend. It’s tempting to take your dog with you on all your adventures, large and small. After all, your dog won’t complain about traffic on the way to the hardware store, balk at the prices on the menu at your favorite restaurant, or want to switch rooms at the hotel because you’re too close to the ice … [Read more...]
Buyers Guide: Smart Toys for Cats
Interactive playthings can help keep felines challenged and entertained When it comes to entertainment and enrichment, cats actually have very simple needs: Can they chase it, scratch it, sit on it or hide in it…? Challenging toys that are designed specifically for felines can help you keep your cat(s) entertained and provide much-needed enrichment. Here is a sampling of smart … [Read more...]
Canine Safety and Kids
How to Introduce Dogs and Children to Each Other Dogs can be wonderful companions and playmates for children—and vice versa. However, the younger the child, the more cautious you should be during their first encounter. Children are more likely to be bitten by a dog simply because they tend to move erratically, are rarely aware of the effect of their actions, and tend to … [Read more...]
Vaccinate Your Pets
Keeping dogs and cats up-to-date on their immunizations is crucial to their health and well-being. Imagine a time when distemper was rampant in dogs, killing those canines who weren’t able to fight off the virus. Or a time when cats who went outside were at great risk of contracting feline leukemia and eventually dying from the disease. In the days before vaccines for … [Read more...]
How to Greet a Dog for the First Time
Politely Greeting a Dog As a dog lover, it’s hard to resist a furry face. The moment I see a dog or puppy, I suddenly stop in my tracks and grin from ear to ear. As I adore the dog from afar, I fight the urge to run up and pet the darling. Yes, my dog trainer self steps in and immediately reminds my dog lover side that not all dogs like to greet people and other dogs. So, … [Read more...]
Choosing the Best Doggie Daycare
How to find the right facility for your beloved canine(s). Daycare for dogs is one of the greatest pet inventions of all time. A place where you can leave your dog all day when you’re at work where he can play and burn energy? Who could ask for more? It’s not surprising that doggie daycare facilities have been popping up all over the country during the past several … [Read more...]