5 Dog E-Collar Training Benefits
E-collars are often seen as a controversial dog training tool, and I’ve realized that it’s largely because people don’t understand them. There are a lot of misconceptions about dog training methods, and this blog post aims to clear up the distinct difference between shock collars and e-collars! Today I’m writing about 5 dog E-Collar training […]
Training Big Dogs: Effective Techniques
Owning a giant breed dog comes with the joy of companionship and the responsibility of proper training. Training big dogs with effective, humane, and safe methods is crucial for managing their size and strength. Nobody likes being yanked around on the sidewalk or having a big dog bolt out of the door! In this guide, […]
How to Stop a Great Dane from Jumping the Fence
My Great Dane puppy jumped over a fence once. If you’ve found this blog post, you probably have the same problem I once faced! Danes are huge dogs (even as puppies) and many can easily clear a 6ft tall barrier. Even if your dog is friendly, this is a dangerous practice and you are going […]
What I Put On My Dog’s Collar… Safety, Identification, Training, and Location Tracking
What I put on my dog’s collar isn’t just a style statement; it’s a full-on toolkit for their safety, ID, training, and even location tracking. Stick around as I spill the tea on what’s hanging around my pups’ necks and why it’s a game-changer. What I Put On My Dog’s Collar Priority #1: Safety Safety […]
5 Obedience Commands Every Great Dane Should Know
Great Danes are giant breed dogs and if you’ve spent any time around them, you know they are both “Gentle Giant” and “Giant train-wreck!” If you know, you know. Here are 5 obedience commands every Great Dane should know. Today’s post is part tongue-in-cheek, part reality, and 100% necessary if you live with a dog […]
5 Controversial Ways I Raise my Danes
When I met my friend Natalie (we have littermates and started this blog together), I was a noisy card-carrying member of the ‘force-free’ dog training club. Both of us were anti-Purina and hated ‘big kibble’, too. I disliked breeders and believed only in rescue. Prong collars and E-Collars? NEVER. Together, we wanted our blog to […]
Why You Should Not Use Harnesses on Great Danes
Everyone LOVES using Harnesses for Great Danes… well, everyone except for me… I, personally, cringe when I see a dog harness on Great Danes. Why, you might ask? Well, you came to the right place to hear my rant about why I hate Great Dane harnesses. Let’s discuss the common dog harness that both you […]
8 Great Dane Behavior Problems (and How to Fix Them)
Navigating behavior challenges with your Great Dane can feel like a big puzzle to solve! When it comes to training, our beloved dogs might seem like they have a mind of their own. Tackling Great Dane behavior problems like pulling, enthusiastic barking, and acrobatic fence-jumping can be an adventure for owners of these lovable behemoths. […]
Are Great Danes Easy to Train?
Are Great Danes easy to train? Many people believe that Great Danes are stubborn, spiteful, and defiant. It can lead to questions about whether or not Great Danes are hard to train, especially as they are so large and can easily be destructive or dangerous. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips for […]
Do Great Danes Need a Lot of Exercise?
Great Danes are often seen as couch potato dogs that don’t need a lot of exercise. This is a bit of a myth! Of course, every dog is different, so considering their age, health, and energy levels is key. But Great Danes can be a surprisingly athletic and agile dog! We believe in allowing Great […]