So. . .we've already given the important reminder to keep holiday treats away from your four-legged crew. What else should you do to keep your critters safe during this upcoming holiday? Keeping your pets away from the front door is another big one! With mass amounts...
Some training friends were around from out of town recently. This is always a good experience because as trainers, it expands our knowledge base, and keeps ideas fresh. Among many things I was able to take away from this, one I'll share with you all:...
Disclaimer: This article is based on my educated opinion, from research I've done. It should not replace your need to research and talk to your vet about what is best for your dog and your situation. Vaccination requirements in Maryland, as well as most states are...
When it comes to the question of "Nature VS Nurture" there's no easy answer. The best answer is usually: BOTH. Dogs are born with an innate temperament, which is generally influenced by their breeding. We also influence how they respond to the world around them. Quickly,...
Ever have a dog with a behavioral problem, and you don't know what to do about it? Check out this success story. . .there is hope! Hi Aja, Success! Primrose is going down the stairs every time! I have all three dogs in my room at night...
Selecting an appropriate new dog to bring home, as well as selecting new playmates for dogs in your household always requires introducing the dogs. There are a few points to remember to ensure that all new greetings are as successful as they can be. A...
Not a behavioral topic, but one appropriate for the season. For those that have been receiving our newsletter long enough, you know that heat safety is a topic that is important to me. It's one I address every year as the temperatures start to rise....
I've seen and heard a lot of confusion regarding service dogs lately. I know of many clients with service dogs that have been discriminated against. I also know of many clients that confuse a service dog with a therapy dog. So, what exactly is a...
What's your dog's story? Some of our beloved pets are blessed to have an easy and short one. While that's not the case with all of them, it's nice to know that those with a longer story can have happy endings, and be amazing pets...
I'm not a scientist, but I do believe that keeping a dog light on weight can help them keep their bodies cool as the weather warms up. Think about those extra "winter pounds" we may be trying to shave now, too. A body simply doesn't...