Resource Guarding in Dogs

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...

The Benefits of Adopting a Senior Dog

November is Adopt a Senior Dog Month. Everyone loves puppies. We get it. You love puppies, I love puppies. Your neighbor just got a puppy, and now you want one too. Once you get the puppy fever, it’s impossible to get out of it without visiting the animal shelter....

Pet Diabetes Awareness

November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month By now, you have probably seen dozens of videos of chunky pets throwing a tantrum when they are not given the treats they want. While those videos are funny, they hold a deep message: pets are also affected by different health...

Helping Your New Dog Adjust to Their New Life

Are you interested in helping your new dog adjust to their new home? Are all the medicines locked in the cabinet? Have you removed the cookie jar from the counter? What about the chocolate bars that you keep in the kitchen on the lower shelf? That glass lamp on your...

Force-Free vs. Balanced Trainer: Why the Former Is Right for Your Dog

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...