Okay! Now you have isolated your feisty one, spending quality one on one time with each of your dogs, for about a week. Any time your dogs are together, lil miss (or mister) feisty has a collar (or dominant dog collar) on with a drag leash, and […]
Since we were getting a little heavy in Step II of Stop Aggressive Dog Behavior, I find it a good time to share some fun. If you have gotten this far and are implementing the Steps, I want to take a moment to thank you! For me, this […]
Back in the early nineties I was a Humane Officer. My job at Humane Society was to investigate allegations of abuse and neglect all over the county. More often than I would like to recount, I came across dogs of every age, breed and mix in terrible circumstances. […]
Whether it’s a new little pup, adult dog new to your home, or one that has grown with your family, dog on dog aggression can be overwhelming. There are many articles that touch on this problem, but few provide a clear, sensible process to deal with the issue. […]
While the spring buds blossom and the birds whistle their tune, I see more and more dogs out walking people. All over the place, whether in stores, on the streets, or corner cafes, puppies and dogs of all sorts are catching an “ooh!” or “ah!” from the passing […]
While doing some research for my next article, which was supposed to be ‘preparing for your new pup’, I stumbled across something about which I am decidedly undecided. Furbo Dog Cameras. Watch and chat with your dog remotely all day, while tossing her a treat here and there. […]
When I first got Mia she seemed a bit younger than the 14 weeks I was told. She was full of fleas and worms and, of course, I took her immediately to get checked by a vet. It had been a while since I had a dog, and […]
If you have a pup that seems a bit more stubborn than most and, though you have experience in training dogs, is a tough nut to crack, you need to read this book!
One of the things that can become complicated–even frustrating–is keeping your pup entertained. Especially with a high-drive pup, finding (and keeping!) engaging, challenging dog toys around seems to be a never-ending task. Step outside the toy box a bit, away from those commercials pressing “the best puppy toys”, […]
Just wanted to pop in here and, since this is a brand new site, let you all know there is much more to come! Suggestions from readers are greatly welcomed as well! As this site grows, I hope it will evolve into a collaborative community of dog owners–new […]
