The Pupford Blog: Dog Training & Care
10 Things Only Dog Parents Understand | Pupford
There are certain things only dog parents can understand. Being a dog parent is a gratifying experience. For dog parents, there are two time periods: B.D. (before dogs) and A.D....
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6 Best Dog Training Books EVERY Pup Parent Should Read | Pupford
While online learning is valuable beyond compare, there’s something to be said about education through physical books (or ebooks if you must 😜). On that note, I wanted to share...
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[Quiz] What Should You Do With Your Dog This Summer? | Pupford
Summer is here. That means hot days and cool nights (depending on where you live), and you’re not the only one who is looking for some fun to get into...
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Dog Microchips: A Complete Guide | Pupford
Every year millions of pets are lost or run away. And unfortunately, not having a dog microchip makes it 2.4x LESS likely that you’ll be reunited with your pup! And...
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How I ALMOST Ruined My Relationship with My Puppy | Pupford
How we train our puppies can have long-term effects on their mental well-being and behavior! Unfortunately, I mistakenly trusted some “experts” who guided me in making training decisions and using...
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Taking Dogs on Vacation: Full Packing List, Travel Tips & 5 Essential Items | Pupford
Taking dogs on vacation can typically go one of two ways... Outcome #1: Enjoyable for everyone (dog included), fun, and relaxing Outcome #2: Stressful for everyone (dog included), unpleasant, and...
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Finding Dog-Friendly Places: An Interview with Jamie from Dog Spotted | Pupford
A couple of the most challenging experiences as a pup parent can be finding a good vet and finding dog-friendly places in your area! In this episode, we sat down...
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10 Ways to Make Valentine's Day Special for Your Dog | Pupford
You know the traditions – flowers, chocolates, a well-thought-out card, maybe even a nice dinner date. Valentine’s Day is all about showing that special person how much we love them....
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Holiday Dog Enrichment Planning & Safe Zones with Emily Fitzpatrick | Pupford
The holidays are chaotic, but during these times our dog's needs don’t change. They still need food, play, enrichment, and more. And while you have one hundred other things on...
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Holiday-Themed Enrichment Recipe for Your Dog | Pupford
Did you know that dogs should get about 30 minutes of mental enrichment a day? While there are many ways to add enrichment into your dog’s day, one of our...
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12 Reasons to be Grateful for Your Dog | Pupford
You’ll probably get this question a lot around Thanksgiving: what are you thankful for? We hope your list is a long one -- and that it doesn’t leave anything out....
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Reasons to Get a Dog + Why You Need a Dog in Your Life | Pupford
With Thanksgiving around the corner, it has us reflecting on what we are thankful for. And one of the things at the top of that list is dogs… clearly. In...
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