Having your beloved pet get loose or go missing is the worst fear of any pet parent. Whether your dog slipped out of their collar during a walk or found a way to escape from your yard, knowing how to prevent and respond to such situations is crucial. In this article, we will provide you...

If you look for resources on potty training a dog, you’ll probably find that at least 90% of it is geared toward puppies. And while younger dogs make up the majority of the potty-training population, there are plenty of reasons why an adult dog would need to be potty trained too. Maybe you adopted an...

Leash reactive dogs are one of the most common challenges discussed throughout our community. However, when looking for solutions, we find that a lot of pup parents go right for the more complex or advanced training methods. Sometimes that works out and that’s great, but sometimes that can be a bit overwhelming for you and...

We talk all the time about the importance of consistency in training. But too much of a good thing can sometimes be, well, not such a good thing. So while it’s important to be consistent with training, it’s also important to recognize when your dog needs a break, and how to honor that without losing...

When we talk to members of our community, it seems like dogs fall into three main camps when it comes to car rides: BEST DAY EVER!!!!!! THIS IS THE WORST!!!!!!!! And the rare, but possible, ~completely unaffected~ If you’re in boats one or three, car rides probably aren’t a source of stress for you unless...

While no dog – or person for that matter – is completely immune from fear, there are some who are more susceptible than others. That can be really challenging for dogs whose fear triggers are extremely common, like other dogs. It’s difficult to watch our dogs struggle with fear of other dogs. Especially when they...

Food dropped on the floor, your favorite pair of shoes, a child’s fluffy stuffed animal – sometimes we just need our dogs to leave things alone! But how can we do that when these things are so enticing to our dogs and they tend to act on impulse? Two words: Leave it. When you teach...

The world is full of conflicting information and methods for obtaining “success and happiness”. And in terms of dog training and behavior success, the conflicts and arguments about how to get there will make your head spin. The term and ideology to train the dog in front of you can be a grounding principle to...

It’s never fun to think about the possibility of our dogs getting into a fight. But despite our best efforts, sometimes dog fights do happen, and being prepared for what can happen in the aftermath can help your dog recover better physically and mentally. Today we’re going to talk about the various things that can...

‘Tis the season for shedding! We think most dog parents can agree that one of the most needed cleaning tasks in their household is vacuuming, especially if your dog is a breed that sheds a lot. But the issue a lot of people run into is that their dog is scared of the vacuum or...