Dog Mom (& Dad) Guilt: Why It Happens & What To Do | Pupford
I’m here to tell you first and foremost, dog mom (or dad) guilt is totally normal.
Let that sink in for a second…
We all want to be the absolute best pup parent and provide our dogs with a healthy, happy, and fulfilled life. But, sometimes we
fall short.
And that’s where the guilt comes in.
In t... Continue reading 
30 Funny Facts About Dogs | Pupford
Most people would agree dogs themselves are pretty funny and interesting, but they're so much more than that. They're our best
friends, family members, and furry children. Dogs make us laugh, cry, and shake our heads. And we just can't live without them.
Do you think you know everything there is to... Continue reading
Why Do Dogs Have Whiskers? | Pupford
Dogs are magnificent animals who experience the world in wonderful ways. It’s part of why we love them so much. Each one has their
own perspective on the world and whiskers are a big part of how they take it all in and navigate through it.
Whiskers, otherwise known as vibrissae, serve a specific fu... Continue reading
Is Your Attention Accidentally Reinforcing Your Dog's "Bad" Behaviors? | Pupford
While we often think of food as a dog’s strongest reinforcement, your attention (eye contact, petting/scratches, talking, etc) can
be almost as strong as a reinforcer for your pup!
Dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years to instinctively look for and work for our attention.
But, your at... Continue reading
How to Teach Your Dog to “Check in” with You and Why You Should | Pupford
We want to let you in on a secret: your dog making frequent eye contact [https://pupford.com/why-does-dog-stare-at-you/] with you
is one of the best ways to improve training effectiveness and keep your dog safe.
Okay, maybe that’s not a secret, but sometimes it feels like there’s a secret code to c... Continue reading
What Happens if Dogs Eat Chocolate & What to Do | Pupford
Unfortunately, a lot of dogs love the taste of chocolate (can you blame them?). This makes a candy bar or muffin that was
accidentally left out on the coffee table all the more dangerous to them. Chocolate can cause serious damage to your dog if
ingested and it’s far too common that this happens to ... Continue reading
Why Do Dogs Jump On You? 5 Interesting Explanations & 3 Tips to Stop It | Pupford
While jumping can seem cute when you have a small puppy, it drastically changes when that little pup turns into a full-grown dog.
Understanding why dogs jump on you is key to overcoming this challenging behavior!
Our dogs typically jump on us for one of 5 reasons, and we’re gonna dive into each one... Continue reading
Trying to Train While 'Bad' Behaviors Happen? Try This Instead | Pupford
Too often as pup parents, we try to fix or train “bad” behaviors while they are happening.
Unfortunately, we often feel overwhelmed, embarrassed, and downright frustrated in the heat of those moments.
So in this article, we’re going to discuss alternatives to better set your dog up for success. An... Continue reading
Classical Conditioning: How Dogs Learn By Association | Pupford
Have you ever marveled at your dog’s ability to know that by putting on a certain pair of shoes means you’re going to take them
for a walk? What about her uncanny ability to distinguish the sound of a peanut butter jar opening compared to any other jar?
Things like this happen because our dogs are ... Continue reading
Loose Leash Walking Training: 5 Tips to Stop Pulling | Pupford
Here’s the thing about walking on a leash: dogs aren’t born knowing how to do it. That’s why dogs pulling on their leash is such a
common problem among pup parents and why loose leash walking can be so challenging!
But it’s really important for our dogs to learn how to properly walk on leashes – in... Continue reading