Are you training your dog using force-free methods or are you actually using punishment in your dog training? We all have been guilty of snapping at our dogs or jerking their collar harshly to keep them moving. You might have let go of such habits, but they left an...
Is your Labrador Retriever a little…overweight? Before you start panicking and put them on a diet, there’s something you need to know about your dog. Labrador Retrievers are predisposed to weight gain due to their food-seeking behavior. The fact that they can be...
Dogs are generally quite gentle and friendly. They can protect their companions with fierce passion. You take a step toward them, and if you seem even the slightest bit threatening, the dog may attack. Just like you, dogs don’t like to be interrupted...
Can cats be trained? The short answer is yes and no. Confused? Well, if you understand that cats do more of what is rewarded, you will be very successful with training. The fact is, cats can be trained the same way as dogs. Dogs love human interaction and thrive on...
You are hosting a party for the first time in your new home. You are all excited and your dog’s tail keeps wagging non-stop because they too can feel something is about to happen. As the first guest arrives, all is well. You greet the next guest and offer them a...
You just adopted a beautiful calico cat from an animal shelter, and in three days, the playful kitty left a paw-print on your heart. You are absolutely and irrevocably in love with her, and the feeling is mutual… or so you thought. A week in your house, and Samantha...