Training your dog to be well-behaved not only at home but while out and about on a leash can take quite a bit of work. Not only do you have to dedicate a lot of time to the task, but there are also numerous things that you need to do in order to ensure that …
Sharon Isaacs
Raising a puppy can be one of the most rewarding things you could possibly do, and watching as the small pup grows into a well-trained and well-behaved adult dog is ever so satisfying. However, raising a puppy is not the easiest task, as there are a number of things that you need to teach them …
Has your dog struggled with housetraining? Maybe they were doing well but you have noticed a backward step and now they won’t go potty outside? Or do they need more training? Whatever the reason is, we have the answers for you! Housetraining a dog can be tricky and the time it takes varies from dog …
Resource guarding is an instinctive behavior for many dogs. It occurs when a dog is worried that their resources are under threat. They become defensive, trying to keep the perceived “threat” away from the “resource”. These resources can be food, toys, places, and even people. A dog might guard the resource through mild defensive behavior …
When you get a new puppy, you may end up feeling a little overwhelmed, or unsure how to go about training them. Having a puppy can be a challenge, but with a little basic training, you can start building upon having a well-rounded dog that can be obedient and understanding. Many new dog owners may …
Our canine companions truly are our besties. We would go anywhere with them, and do everything with them if we could. But sometimes, their behavior makes that a little difficult. If you have been dreaming of relaxed, calm walks with your pooch on a leash, and all they seem to do is lunge and pull, …
To crate train or not to crate train – that is the question! One of the biggest debates in the dog world is whether crate training is a good idea or not. This is a hotly debated topic, with many being conflicted over whether crates are a positive training tool, or whether they can be …
When we welcome dogs into our homes, they can bring joy and companionship. But, if you have two or more dogs at home, occasionally, tensions can arise between them, leading to aggressive encounters. Aggression between dogs can start for seemingly any reason and at any time. More often than not, though, it can begin when …
If your dog lunges or barks a lot on walks, you know how frustrating it can be, especially if you aren’t sure why they do it or how to stop it! Leash reactivity is one of the most common dog behavioral problems there is, so know that you’re not alone if you’re dealing with this. …
If you had siblings growing up, then you kind of know what sibling rivalry can feel like. You may have argued a lot, fought over the TV remote, had actual fist fights over something small like who got to have a turn on the XBOX first. The same goes for canines who are ‘siblings’ living …