I started blogging regularly in March 2008, although I’d written a few posts before that. Here are the posts that had the most traffic in 2008. 1. 10 reasons to buy a dog backpack 2. 10 questions to ask before boarding your dog 3. Some dogs do better in a new home 4. Reasons to …
Dog Training
Ideas on how to teach your dog not to bark at the doorbell such as pre-determining what you WANT your dog to do and practicing every day.
Reasons to use fake indoor grass pads for dog. Hey, some people think it’s the best option!
I’m trying to develop a habit of complimenting people on their dogs’ behavior. Not their appearance, size or breed, but their behavior. Like with everything else, people are much more likely to compliment or criticize a dog’s appearance rather than her behavior. Just take a Staffordshire terrier to the dog park and watch people back …
When a dog carries her toy around all day, it is because she is obsessive or possessive about the toy. She does not think it is real. She knows it’s not her puppy.
How to reinforce dog kennel training Even older dogs will cry or bark all day when they are in their kennels in certain situations. The key to solving this problem is to put your dog in her kennel at random times so she gets used to staying there whenever you decide. If you want your …
Dogs do best if they have a job to do, something that helps them use their physical and mental energy. Here are some examples.
One of my goals for this loose-leash walking challenge was to be able to take my dog out in all situations without a pinch collar or Gentle Leader and have him under control. To me, under control means Ace is not pulling, whining, choking himself or fixating on another dog or person. Before this challenge, …
10 reasons why it’s not a good idea to train your dog to go potty on fake indoor grass.
My dog is always hungry and gets into the garbage and the cats’ litter box.