So, what is puppy training with a clicker? First, let’s explore the rules of using a clicker. Rules of Puppy Training with a Clicker If you click, you must treat. Your clicker is not a way to get your puppy’s attention or get your puppy to come to you. Only...
When thinking about puppy exercise, we often think the more, the better, but that is not the case. Puppies are not miniature dogs. We must consider the development of our puppies. The most important are growth plates, which, in short, are areas of cartilage at the end...
Getting a puppy is very exciting, but there are a few things that are not so much fun. One of those is potty training your puppy. Here are a few things that will help you and your puppy get potty training right: Prevent Puppy Potty Accidents Supervise your puppy while...
10 Questions to ask your breeder There are many people selling puppies. Make sure you are getting your puppy from a reputable breeder, and not a puppy mill or backyard breeder. Ask these important questions before putting money down for your new family member. 1. Can...
You are probably wondering what nature and nurture have to do with your dog. It has everything to do with your dog’s behavior. Do dogs behave according to their instincts or do they learn behavior? According to a study by American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation,...
Does your dog guard items, also known as resources? Has this ever happened? You tried to take your dog’s toy, and he curled his lip at you, or you accidentally bumped into him while he was eating, and he growled at you. These are all classic signs of resource...
