Making the Most of Your Dog's Behavioral Training

Making the Most of Your Dog’s Behavioral Training

Now that your new dog is getting acclimated to his surroundings, you're probably ready to start teaching it some new tricks. But before you get started with tricks, it is important to make sure that your furry pal has been exposed to effective behavioral training with a professional. To ensure that your dog benefits from the training you pay for, you will want to reinforce the behaviors they learn during "class" sessions with your trainer when you're at home. Using the same treats as the trainer and implementing the same tones and voice commands are both effective options. This blog will help you put together an action plan that makes the most of your dog's behavioral training so you can get on with the fun stuff – teaching him how to do tricks!

Overcoming Of The Clippers: Tips For Clipping Your Frightened Puppy's Nails

Posted on: 25 February 2015

You've just adopted a puppy and you couldn't feel more excited. However, you quickly realize how sharp your new family member's claws are. Your pups claws may interfere with playtime and wreak havoc on your rugs. Clipping your puppy's nails is an important part of responsible pet ownership. It prevents your dog from suffering damage to his feet, saves you from painful scratches, and averts tears in your rugs. Although clipping his or her nails may seem like an easy task, you may be surprised when your pup runs and hides as soon as you pull the clippers out. [Read More]