Helping your dog learn to be comfortable while being retrained can be useful in many circumstances. I made the mistake of failing to teach this to Missie, our shepherd, when she was young and we had a learning experience at our vet’s office. She was on the exam table which was also a scale to …
Dogs and School Bus Stops
Always good info this time of year.
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 so take those baby steps and perhaps work with him across the street. When your dog is consistently responding to his name move a little closer to the group. It’s important to work at your dog’s comfort level.
- Your dog will probably be very excited so manage the jumping: Stand on the leash if appropriate and/or hold the side of the collar with your fingers pointing to the ground.
- Only allow one child to approach your dog at a time.
- Stand between the child and the dog for better control.
- The child must be calm…
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Raising Puppies with Senior Dogs
We often have calls from people who have recently purchased a puppy but they also have a senior dog. This adjustment can be a process and it's important to give an older dog some space at times. Baby gates and play pen types of enclosures are perfect to help with potty training and to also …
Training Multiple Dogs
Many of our clients have two or more dogs which can often lead to challenges. Here are a few tips that have made our life a little easier. Teach skills or commands individually and then try it with 2 dogs. Work with simple exercises that build on self-control. Reward well and make it easy for …
Reading/Therapy Dogs
This note is from Jamie who attended our training classes at Pro Feed in Vienna. We are always so pleased to hear success stories! Dogs are never critical or laugh when a child mispronounces a word. They just show love and build confidence. "I just thought you might like to see an update of Jam-Jam …
Pool Safety Tips
Can Your Dog Swim? Never throw a dog in the water. Always make new experiences fun and happy! Begin in very shallow water and try to lure a dog with treats or a toy. Another friendly dog that likes the water may be used to help your dog make a positive association with the beach …
What’s a Moodle and a Morkie?
Brillo and Bella are trying very hard to be calm on their bed. They are both 5 months old and just so sweet.Brillo, on the left, is a Moodle (maltese/poodle)Bella is a Morkie (maltese/yorkie)
Halloween Tips
Halloween can be a scary time for our dogs. Many children and adults enjoy dressing their dogs up in costumes but some pups are not at all comfortable with this idea. Please do not force your dog to participate in anything that goes against his sense of well being. Sometimes it's best to keep your …
Who knew pumpkin could be so beneficial for dogs?
Terry Haas, owner of Loyalty Pet Care, reminded us of the value of adding pumpkin to your dog's diet. Search on the internet and you'll find a great many sites praising this simple product. The benefits listed below are from the following site: lhttp://www.care2.com/greenliving/health-benefits-of-pumpkins-for-dogs.html?page=2 1) Constipation: Pumpkin can be a very effective treatment for the occasional abnormal stool. …
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CCI Dogs Visit With Girl Scouts
The Girl Scouts in Vienna, VA invited our Canine Companions for Independence class to join their meeting on Thursday, 11/3/11. They met with the volunteer puppy raisers, PR, and heard about the extensive training that these dogs receive before they are given free of charge to someone in need. The PR's socialize and work with …
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