I want to talk about heartworm in dogs today.I came across a question in the forums today from an owner wanting to know what vitamins they could give their dog to keep him strong through his heartworm treatment.I was immediately struck by the fact that their dog had been … [Read more...]
How to Deal with Plane Anxiety in Dogs
It shouldn't be surprising that plane anxiety in dogs is just as common as in humans.The airport is a strange place full of odd smells and scary sounds, especially to a dog.Today, we'll go over some of the causes behind your dog's fear of flying.Then, we'll discuss … [Read more...]
The Great Big List of Dog Obedience Commands (with Video Tutorials)
Dog obedience commands can range from essential to just for fun.In the past, we've gone over safety commands and a few different training posts on how to teach those commands.Today, we're going to look at all sorts of commands and why you would teach them to your … [Read more...]
Car Anxiety in Dogs and What to do About It
Car anxiety in dogs is a common problem among owners.The good news is that car anxiety in dogs can be managed and mitigated.With a lot of patience and training, it's even possible to completely eliminate it!Read on to learn more.Dealing with Car Anxiety in … [Read more...]
Protective Behavior in Dogs – Protection vs. Aggression
Protective behavior in dogs is not a bad thing.Many owners come to dog forums and ask how they can train their dog to be less protective, but that shouldn't ever be an issue.A protective dog is doing what comes naturally to help - surveying his surroundings and … [Read more...]
Potty Training at Night – Do You Need to Wake Up Your Pup?
Should you wake your puppy up to pee when you're potty training at night?Potty training at night is the usual sticking point for most new puppy owners.Potty training during the day is relatively easy.Owners know to take their puppy out when they wake up, after they … [Read more...]
Teaching Stay to a Deaf Dog – Training Without Voice Commands
How do you teach a deaf dog to stay without using voice commands?Teaching stay to any dog is important for both their discipline and their safety.The stay command helps keep them from jumping up, running after something more interesting in the moment, and generally helps … [Read more...]