I have a lot of clients ask me about a board and train program for their dogs. In theory this sounds like a great idea, you leave your dog with someone and he comes back to you perfectly well behaved. Unfortunately this is not always how it works out. My main concern with these programs is that you
Pet lovers always want to keep their pets healthy and entertained. Getting your pet more active through playing activities is a great way to keep them healthy and entertained. If you are a dog owner, then you may have heard about devices can automatically play fetch with your dog. These devices allow your furry friend to play and
As the saying goes ‘there’s an app for everything these days’, and that is now true for dog lovers. This infographic from GAP takes you through all of the apps available to give you and your pooch an easier life. One of the most important things in any dog’s life is training and there are some very good
This week’s guest post is from Carl Turner. Carl is a professional dog trainer and a freelance writer from Los Angeles, California Whether it’s a rainy day, snowy day, or you’re just too busy working from home, there are many different ways you can play with your dog at home to keep him or her happy and healthy! It’s
This week’s guest blogger is Shannon Coyner. Shannon is the owner of Ventura Pet Wellness & Dog Training Center. Shannon has been in dog training for over 20 years and is an advocate of positive reinforcement dog training. The 2016 election is a perfect example of why we need to listen to others and how assumptions can cause us
This week’s guest blogger is Shannon Coyner. Shannon is the owner of Ventura Pet Wellness & Dog Training Center. Shannon has been in dog training for over 20 years and is an advocate of positive reinforcement dog training. With the Olympics, we have been watching some of the best of the best. The amazing men and women in
This week we have a guest article written and provided by Joe of Best Dog Crates and Beds. Best Dog Crates and Beds is a leading resource in dog training tips, advice, and dog product reviews. Follow them on Twitter @BDogCratesNBeds. Some people believe that positive reinforcement dog training does not work as well as aversive or punishment training. There are
Wouldn’t it be amazing if our pets could talk to us? While it is unlikely that your dog will ever utter the words “hi, how was your day?” when you get home from work; it is important to know that our dogs communicate with us constantly. Dogs rely heavily on body language to express themselves both to humans
It’s the age old question, “Which is the better pet, a cat or a dog?” In the cats vs dogs debate, the truth of the matter is that they both make wonderful pets and they all deserve a loving home. So, the real question is, “What are YOU better suited for, a cat or a dog (or both
I have a lot of clients ask me about a board and train program for their dogs. In theory this sounds like a great idea, you leave your dog with someone and he comes back to you perfectly well behaved. Unfortunately this is not always how it works out. My main concern with these programs is that you