Puppies are adorable, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t start teaching them boundaries and educating them to the world of humans.
If you’ve got a new puppy on the way and are concerned about keeping them safe and sound while they grow up and get acclimatized to their new environment, an indoor puppy fence is an excellent safeguard against many potential problems. Not only will the fence keep your dog safe and sound and teach them…
While your puppy’s first grooming session sounds like a fun bonding moment, the truth is it must happen at the right time. Puppies are basically furry babies for the first few months of their life, so a full haircut might be a little too much to ask of them. This guide will discuss when pet…
When you get a new puppy, you never want to leave their side. The feeling is mutual, as puppies quickly bond with their new owners. You’ll want to have fun with one another all day long, but eventually, you’ll have to return to work and your regular life – albeit with a new friend. Disclosure:…
Puppies are adorable, playful creatures that can make your day better. They are also a lot of work since they need to be cared for properly to grow into healthy dogs. A critical part of puppy care is feeding them the right kinds of food and treats. Although some people might think otherwise, treats for…
When you’re raising a new puppy, there are a lot of questions that tend to come to mind. How often should I feed my puppy? Should I wake my puppy up to pee at night? In the case of the latter question, finding an answer is especially important if you want to have a successful…
Who wouldn’t love to have a well-mannered and well-socialized puppy? Puppy training is the perfect way to ensure they obey commands and develop positive behaviors. Starting the training early is key to preventing any future behavioral issues, which is why puppy socialization classes are a great way to get the ball rolling. These classes allow…
Dogs are an incredible gift to any home and can easily brighten any room with their excitable personalities and adorable faces. Unfortunately, they can also have lots of issues around the home — one of the worst is peeing inside the house. When the habit goes unaddressed, it can quickly cause terrible odors to build…
Trying to potty train a stubborn puppy can be extremely discouraging. House training is already tricky, and adding an obstinate personality to the mix doesn’t help. Potty training a stubborn puppy requires a good routine for success. Young puppies aren’t fully in-tune with their own needs and your expectations yet, so they’re prone to making…
If you’ve stumbled across this article, you’ve probably wondered how do dogs know their name? When you call your dog’s name, they will usually bound up to you (unless they are distracted by a toy, treat, or a bird off in the distance) or, at the very least, look at you. So, we can deduce…
Your fur family is growing, and you can’t wait to bring home your new puppy! Even if you already have a dog, there are a few things you need to consider before introducing your pets. Especially if your dog has a dominant personality, you want to be careful about how your existing dog and your…
If you want to get a boosted start in preventing separation anxiety in your puppies, keep reading through below with these easy tips.
It’s exciting to welcome home a new puppy, and while you should prepare for your new puppy by investing in the essentials, you should prioritize your puppy’s health and wellbeing.
Just got a new puppy? Here are some of the basic first commands that you can teach your puppy.
Teaching names takes 1-3 days for puppies. However, you should use their name throughout training sessions to maintain consistency.
Congratulations! You’ve just got a brand new family member! There’s a lot of excitement going on, and everything is new for both you and your puppy.
Owning a dog will change your life. You will experience love and affection you never knew was possible. You will also have a lot of hurdles to overcome.
Puppies can start with simple training with the help of cues after they attain an age of two months according to the AKC. Regular training will help you create a sociable, energetic, and disciplined puppy. Read more.
Whether you are new to having a dog or getting another addition to the family, these four tips will cover everything you need to know about what a new puppy needs.
Patience and consistency are required when potty training a pup. Here are some tips to help you with the process.
Happy, quiet, demanding, affectionate … puppies are like people; they all have personalities and temperaments!
All canine enthusiasts agree that dog training is essential and should be initiated in the early stages of a new puppy’s growth and development.
What could be more exciting or cute than having a puppy as the new family addition? If someone has children, they’ll be over the moon. In time, the parents will stay fit by taking the adult dog for daily walks. Right from the start, puppies give so much love, and it just gets better. Having…
You just got your puppy and boy does he eat a lot! Do you know how to feed him to keep him healthy?
In the old days, dog owners “housebroke” their dogs, pushed their noses in mistakes, and screamed in rage when the pooch made a mistake on the rug again. Today we’re more enlightened about housetraining.
Much like a child, puppies need training so they would know how to behave, be social, follow basic commands, and learn new skills.
Before you bring a new puppy in your house, there are several matters to go through regarding their dietary aspects to look out for its well-being.
Now you have your new Puppy Home! What do you do? Where do you start? Relax! This will be a fun time for both of you! Just follow a few simple rules…
Puppies are a huge responsibility. Getting a puppy is a big decision to make. Here are some important things you should consider before making the leap.
If you are bringing a new puppy home there are different steps for you to follow, but if you already have other pets, it’s a new puzzle.
Everyone dreams of a family dog that is sweet, gentle, and hopefully, obedient. Here are three dog training tips to help you.
Bringing a new addition into your home is an exciting and busy time, especially when that addition is a fluffy, four-legged puppy. In between potty-training your pup and acclimating it to its new surroundings, you also need to prioritize socialization. Socializing your puppy will help it become comfortable in new and different situations, teach it how to act in public settings (known as petiquette), and help ward off future behavior issues.
By Guest Dog Blogger, Autumn Today at the park I was running around, having fun, sniffin’ things… you know, the usual! Well I’d just gotten done telling someone hi with a friendly wag when I heard a small child start to whine. Usually I like to go over and comfort them with a nice little…
I’ll bet that pup is already getting into mischief and won’t obey any commands, right? TIme for puppy training and teaching basic commands.
By Laura Pakis, Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Blogger You just got a cute adorable puppy but now you’re wondering how to control this chomping bundle of fluff. It is up to you to take the beginning steps to help your puppy develop and grow into a well-mannered and well-socialized dog. Between the ages of…
When people talk about puppy socialization, they generally refer to the first 16 weeks of a dog’s life. But what is socialization?
Your puppy is like a sponge, taking in his environment with all his senses. Take advantage of this by assigning words to tasks and activities you would like your puppy to respond to.
By Spike, dog blogger, Hi, all! This is Spike and I’d like to start off by saying congratulations to those of you who made the very smart decision to adopt a puppy! Now, let’s….wait, what’s that? You say your puppy is deaf and you don’t know how you’re going to train him? Oh, that’s no…
Congratulations on bringing an intelligent little puppy into your home who’s more than happy that you’ve provided him a home. But why is he suddenly reacting differently to certain tones of voice in your family? It seems that he acts afraid when some of the deep-voiced males in the family speak. Regardless, your puppy isn’t…
Man’s best friend, yes, indeed. Your “go to” source when you want your secrets kept, a source of encouragement, a workout buddy. No matter how big or how small we four-legged companions are, we’re usually the ones giving and giving. Yeah, we’re pretty incredible. On the other hand, have you ever asked yourself, “just how…
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike Aren’t puppies great? Some of my best friends are puppies. There’s nothing better than watching a little fur ball rolling around the floor, unless of course, you have two. Eventually though, they all reach the “Chew Stage”, a dog’s version of the “terrible two’s”. This is when the little ones…
Dog parks are resources that can be beneficial for you and your dog, but only if you know what to expect. As dog parks continue to pop up in communities, it’s important to understand the etiquette – both for you and your pet. Here are a few things to know before taking tour pet to…
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike So, I hear you are looking for a new puppy. I think it is great. Having a dog (or I guess a cat) is a wonderful addition to any family. Studies show that people are happier when they have a four-legged friend. But before you go out and pick the…
By Guest Dog Blogger, Spike Hey, everyone! Spike, here. I remember when I was just a young pup. Ah…those were the days! Everything was brand new. Life looked like a playground just waiting to be explored. I’ll have to admit that I caused a lot of problems in those early days for my owner before…
By Dog Blogger, Spike Hello there, folks. It’s me, Spike. Today, I wanted to talk to you about an interesting conversation I had in the dog park the other day. It has to do with introducing your dog to a new dog or puppy. One of my old pals, Shorty, was telling me that…
Socialization is the process of developing relationships with other living beings, people, animals and objects.
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