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Category Archives: Basic Training Issues
LOADING A KONG
When we load a Kong, we hope that it will take Otis at least 30 or 45 minutes to empty it, and ideally, we want him to keep coming back to see if there’s more to be found. There is … Continue reading
Healthy Dog Play
Many dog parents like to take their pups to the local dog park as a place where Rufus can run around off leash and socialize with others. But it’s important that we remember that the dog park is not a … Continue reading
Puppies Bite – What Can We Do About That?
Puppies bite. It’s a fact. It’s a normal and natural behavior. In fact, it’s a necessary part of puppy development. But is it something that we have to just accept? Do we just put up with it – taking all … Continue reading
Chewie’s New Thundershirt™
YEAH, SURE… There’s a product on the market called a Thundershirt™ . It’s been out for over a year but I only recently discovered it. When I first read about it and watched some video of dogs wearing it, I … Continue reading
Posted in Basic Dog Stuff, Basic Training Issues, Canine Health, Fears and Phobias
Tagged anxiety, behavior modification, comfort, counter conditioning, dog, fear, phobia, puppy, storm
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BOWSER’S BABY “BROTHER” – Preparing to bring a new baby home
Buckle up – this is a long blog, but has lots of good detail to help about-to-be parents prepare for the new arrival. SAFETY FIRST IT IS NEVER OK TO LEAVE A DOG AND A CHILD UNATTENDED TOGETHER. EVER. CHILDREN … Continue reading
JUMPING JASPER!
Jasper jumps. A lot. He jumps when you get home as he tries to greet you. He jumps when you have something interesting in your hand that he thinks he might like. He jumps on visitors as they enter the … Continue reading
Happy Holidays! Here’s a Dog…
It’s that time of year again. The holidays are upon us. We’ve got lists of what the little ones want for Christmas (or Chanukah, or whatever your family may celebrate). We may even have a list of what we want … Continue reading
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