Sometimes, we focus on pretty serious and important topics about dog health and training. Today is not one of those days. Today we’re going to have some fun! Just like our personalities are unique, so are the traits of each dog breed. Today we’re going to find out which dog breed is most like you....

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 training tools that almost ruined my relationship with my puppy. Let’s dive into why it happened to me and why it often happens to other...

There’s a common misconception that dogs who chase, run across thresholds, or seemingly can’t control themselves around food are being defiant or trying to be the “alpha” of your home. But that’s not really the case. What you’re seeing in those situations is impulse, rather than a personality trait. Dogs have strong impulses by nature,...

I still remember the first time I turned to my wife and asked, when do puppies calm down?! 😩 We had just come home from a long outing at the park and our pup was still bouncing off the walls, wanting to play, demand barking, chewing at our shoelaces, the whole ordeal. We were both...

The scratching, the licking, the rolling around, chewing on skin... It can make you wonder why your dog is SO itchy! Sure, it’s perfectly normal for your dog to itch once in a while. But when the frequency and severity of their itching have YOU scratching your head, it’s time to get to the bottom...

A counter surfing dog can be extremely frustrating and dangerous. And while there are some things you can do to reduce counter surfing and keep your dog off the counter, we have to talk about the unfortunate reality of this behavior. Prevention is the #1 way to stop counter surfing. But more on that later!...

Ahh spring, the time of year when just the sight of a blooming flower can trigger seasonal allergies in some of us. Some people swear they also see their dogs showing signs of seasonal allergies too, as well as other allergies throughout the year. So what’s the deal? Can dogs get allergies? Can dogs get...

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 miserable While you can of course get bits and pieces of both outcomes, this article will help make your vacation with your dog full of...

If you’ve seen any of our other posts or videos about socializing dogs, you’ve probably heard us say that it’s best to socialize your dog as young as possible, with the most important window of puppy socialization being from 16 to 24 weeks of age. Does that mean that it’s not important or possible to...

Do you regret getting a puppy (or an older dog)? Let me tell you first, you are NOT alone! Raising a puppy (or any age dog) is challenging, sometimes frustrating, and can put a toll on your mental health. It's a lot of work! When you start feeling puppy regret or even hatred toward your...