I was at the dog park watching a tiny Papillon barking and running with big dogs and was wondering “how safe is that dog – really?” You may not know about the risks of big to small dogs so read on: Size matters! Chewy the Chihuahua loves Boxers & Ronny the Rottie adores Dachshunds. It’s […]
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Helping Your Holy Terror
Do you have a holy terror – I mean terrier? You know if you do: Barks first – asks questions later Terror on leash Sees squirrels, cats or dogs and will bark! Bark! Bark! Visitors to your house? What a Barking Bonanza! Here are some tips for you and your little terror: HUNTING GAMES: terriers […]
What is Your Dog’s Social Style?
Aimee Sadler was in town this month showing the staff & volunteers at Jackson County Animal Shelter how to run doggie playgroups. She focused on dog social styles and how to match compatible dogs. There are roughly five dog social styles according to Aimee (and – can you tell which one your dog has?) Dog Social – really enjoys the […]
Well Behaved Dog? Take the Test!
Is your dog a “Good Citizen”? You can find out by taking the test! The Canine Good Citizen test developed by the American Kennel Club, tests 10 items that indicate your dog is a polite in public. Those items are: accepting a friendly stranger sitting politely for petting appearance and grooming walking on a loose […]
Teaching Crazy Dogs to Relax!
Do you have a wild over-the-top dog? Does she get wound up and crazy when you bring out the vacuum or when you see other dogs or when you go for a drive? Author Laura VanArendonk Baugh of “Fired Up Frantic and Freaked Out” talks about getting your dog out of her reactive state and […]
Early Puppy Training — Best Way to a Happy Life
If you have a new furry bundle of joy, congratulations! With early puppy training, you have an opportunity to ensure you and your puppy have a happy life together, with fewer problems. If you want your puppy to become an emotionally healthy adult dog, you’re in the right place! Early Puppy Training should include the […]
Helping Your Thunder Phobic Dog
If you’ve ever lived through a lightning storm or 4th of July fireworks with an anxious dog, you know you need all the help you can get to reassure your shivering shelty or your terrified terrier! Here is a quick review on how to treat thunder phobias in dogs: First, you want to create a […]
Brain Games Help Dogs Relax
Did you know that the more a dog uses his brain the more likely he is to control his emotions? This is what Anders Hallgren says in his book: “Stress, Anxiety & Aggression in Dogs”. I applied this concept to a stressful moment with my dog Simon and within 10 minutes he was relaxed and […]
Barking Bellas and Lunging Lucys
Charlie charged and nipped at the salesmen every time they knocked. Lucy lunged and snapped at the clowns walking down the street. Bella barked and bounced at unicycles in front of her house. Is there help?
Stop Backyard Barking!
Does your dog bark bark bark in the yard? Is she stressed because you live too close to the local shooting range? Or, maybe she’s bored. Perhaps she’s afraid of the UPS truck? Well, for now, let’s just say that Bowserina barks at your next door neighbors when they try to enjoy their backyard. Here […]