Who’s the Boss???
There are many ways to help your dog understand that the people in his home are the ones in charge. It takes very little time but consistency is the key here. Take your dog off of “puppy welfare.” Nothing is for free and all good things come from you. This will strengthen the bond between …
Wild Dog Becomes A Teacher
We lost our Rudy on 3/20/15 at the age of 14 years 7 months. I wanted to share his story with an article that I wrote in 2010 for NOVA Dog magazine. As a dog trainer, Rudy was one of my very most challenging clients. I met this beautiful yellow lab when he was only 3 …
Many uses for dog/puppy gates
This type of gate is wonderful for dogs too. It's made of heavy plastic with 6 detachable sides and folds nicely for storage. We highly recommend it especially for use with young puppies. It can be used as a long gate for a large open floor plan or close it for a play area. Potty training outside: …
Dogs and School Bus Stops
Walking your dog to the school bus stop can be a great training experience. It can provide socialization, exercise and fun but be sure to use good judgment. Always make new experiences fun for your dog with wonderful rewards and lots of praise. Being close to active children may be too difficult for your pup …