It’s hard to believe that someone would steal a person’s pet, but sadly, there are over two million cases reported per year - with fewer than 10% returned home. Even worse, it’s estimated that pet theft has risen by 31 percent since 2007. Today, we’re looking at why pets are most often stolen, how you can protect your pet and how you can reduce the possibility of a dog- or … [Read more...]
Pet Safe Holiday Decorating Tips
Preparing for the holidays can be a lot of fun. Whether it’s decorating a Christmas tree or adorning the house with holly, getting ready to celebrate the winter holidays can really get you into the spirit. If you’re a pet owner, there’s something else you need think about as you prepare: your pet’s safety. Both cats and dogs can get into trouble around the holidays if … [Read more...]
Help! My Dog Hates Riding in the Car
Why Dogs Hate Riding in Cars & What to Do About It Many dogs hate riding in cars for numerous reasons. Some dogs will bark, howl, lunge at the window, drool and even throw up. These dogs are clearly uncomfortable, so they learn to hate riding in cars. Before addressing car riding woes, it’s important to understand exactly what is causing your dog’s discomfort … [Read more...]
How to Protect Dog Paws From Heat
Summer Dog Paw Protection It’s getting warmer, which means summer is pretty much around the corner. As the temperature rises, so does surface temperatures. With that said, humans are oblivious to hot surfaces because we wear shoes; we don’t know how hot surfaces can become. Now, let’s transfer this to dogs. They don’t wear shoes and their paw pads are not invincible … [Read more...]
How to Keep Your Dog Safe From Wildlife
Protect Your Dog From Coyotes and Other Wildlife Lately, my dog training clients have been very concerned about wildlife harming their dogs. As a city girl, we are limited to opossum and an occasional raccoon. However, my clients have spotted several coyotes roaming their neighborhood. It will only get worse. As Dallas continues to spread farther out, humans are … [Read more...]
Why You Shouldn’t Bring Your Dog to Festivals
4 Reasons Not to Bring Your Dog to Festivals Mardi Gras was months ago, but the buildup of more parades and festivals have since started. I have witnessed pet owners bringing their large and small dogs to these dog-friendly events, but these dogs weren't enjoying the festivities as much as their owners. As a huge dog lover, I completely understand why pet owners would … [Read more...]
Why I Don’t Walk My Dogs in My Neighborhood
Don't Feel Bad If You Don't Walk Your Dog This may surprise some pet owners, while others can completely understand, but I refuse to walk my dogs in my neighborhood anymore. As a professional dog trainer, I agree dogs need daily exercise. However, when daily walks become dangerous, it's time to choose different forms of exercise. Why I Don’t Do It Anymore As temperatures … [Read more...]
Who Should Walk Through The Door First?
Walking Through Doors With Your Dog As pet owners, it’s our job to keep our beloved dogs safe. One situation that can cause stress in dogs is walking through doors, especially if something scary is on the other side. Opening doors to strangers walking by or to a vet clinic can be scary. Before walking through a door, follow these steps to keep your dog safe and … [Read more...]