The following is my list of dog and puppy socialization ideas for people, places and situations to introduce to your new puppy or dog.
Sophie
I have used or at least recommended almost every single training collar available – prong collars, shock collars, Gentle Leaders, anti-pull harnesses.
10 photos of dogs and cats “thrilled” about the holidays. Some of us are not as excited for the holidays as others.
Most pets hate getting dressed up in fancy sweaters or reindeer costumes, but they put up with it so well, don’t they? Such good sports.
Learn when dog shock collars are appropriate for training such as when teaching a dog to stop barking.
Here are some tips to stop a puppy from crying when left alone.
Note: This is a guest post from my mom Nancy who recently started a breast cancer blog called Nancy’s Point. She also writes about her dogs Elsie and Sophie. I envy the optimism of my dogs as they greet each new day. I know many would say I imagine it, but it seems to me …
How to potty train a puppy or newly adopted dog, and what not to do.
My tip for the day: Throw away the puppy pads and train your dog to pee outside. Puppy pads create an extra, unnecessary step in housebreaking. If the ultimate goal is to get your dog to pee outside, then why do people insist on training the dog to pee inside? No wonder so many small …
I never put too much emphasis on a dog’s breed. That’s one reason why I love mutts. I try not to judge a dog by his breed or mix of breeds but on his individuality. At the same time, so much about a dog is influenced by his breeding, intentional or not. I have never …
It’s your responsibility to teach your dog how to act in this confusing, human world. Your dog can walk nicely on a loose leash. Your dog can be friendly with other dogs. Your dog does not have to cry, bark or destroy furniture every time you leave. Your dog can leave the garbage alone. Your …