If I said 'exercise for your dog', what's the first thing that comes to mind? (You're probably lying if you say mental exercise or stimulation 😜!) Most people go right for the physical stuff -- walks, laps around the park, jogging or running with their dog, that kind of stuff. While physical activity is certainly...

I still remember the first time my dad took the training wheels off my bike... (this ties into long leash dog training tips, I promise) There's still a scar, actually. Luckily, I had enough practice under my belt that I wasn't too afraid to get back on the bike. But, what would have happened if...

In our private Facebook community, one of our most frequently asked questions is 'why do dogs eat poop?'. Followed very closely by... how do I stop my dog from eating poop?! “Coprophagia”, the scientific name for your dog’s poop-eating habit, is probably more common than you might think. According to a study, one in six...

The other day I got a message from a frustrated pup parent asking, "How do I stop my dog from destroying things when I'm gone?!" You've probably been there too, right?! You come home from an errand to find your favorite pair of shoes chewed, or the couch cushion ripped, or an unidentifiable mess in...

We’ve been hearing a lot of questions lately about lick mats for dogs -- their benefits, what to put on them, how to clean them, things like that. Today we’re going to give you the ultimate lick mat guide for dogs, answering all of those questions and more. If you haven’t heard of a lick...

Tired of pulling your hair out trying to figure out how to stop a dog from digging? It’s hard not to get angry with your furry best friend after finding them digging up your freshly cut grass or even attempting to dig into carpets or floors inside your home! While digging is a natural behavior...

Puppy biting can be extremely challenging and painful!! In this video interview with Erika Gonzalez, Professional Dog Trainer, she breaks down everything you need to know about puppy biting! We discuss what your expectations should be, what NOT to do, and most importantly, 3 surefire techniques to help reduce puppy biting! If you are struggling...

SMART x 50 is an extremely simple and powerful dog training technique that will help you improve your dog's behavior. This method "forces" you as the pup parent to capture and reward naturally occurring good behaviors. The acronym of SMART stands for See, Mark, And, Reward, Training. SMART. WHO CREATED THE SMART x 50 METHOD?...

One of the hardest parts of being a pup parent is trying to keep your house clean with dogs, including floors. Between the slobber, hair, muddy paws, and doggo smell (it's a love-hate relationship), there's lots to keep up with! But really, keeping your home free of dog hair, mud, dirt, and drool is completely...

Should you get a second dog? I will say that getting a second dog is no easy decision... there are pros and cons to adding another pup to your home! You might wonder, is it worth it? Will it be hard? What are the pros and cons of getting a 2nd dog? In this article,...