Tug-of-War: Let the Games Begin

Some people caution against playing tug of war with your dog saying it can make them “aggressive”. I disagree. With a couple of rules, tug-of-war can make a fun game for you and your dog! Check out the tips and rules below and get ready for a fabulous boredom buster. Tug-of-war Tips: *If your dog […]

Walk With Me

We are all taking more walks with our dogs during the quarantine, which is great! Walks provide much needed mental stimulation and exercise for us and our dogs. It also helps boost our mood and relieve boredom. Here are some tips to make your walks even more fun for you and your dog: -Change up […]

Clicker Training Your Dog

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Many people have heard the term “clicker training” before and maybe have even seen the tools for sale in pet stores, but how do you actually use it to train your dog? How to use the clicker: The clicker is used when teaching new behaviors, and helps give us more precise timing when training our […]

Why Should I Crate My Dog?

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The crate is a favorite tool among most dog trainers, but I am still met with occasional resistance to using the crate from some owners I work with.  The main concern is usually, “Isn’t using the crate cruel? It is like a cage—I don’t want my dog to feel that he is trapped.”  Or another […]

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