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 […]
Getting a Puppy: The Good, The Bad, The Unexpected and The Inevitable
Bringing home a puppy is exciting and full of potential, but it’s also a big commitment that comes with many challenges. Before you bring your four-legged friend home, it’s important to understand the good, the bad, and the unexpected that come along with owning a pet. Top Ten Things to Know When Getting a Puppy […]
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 […]
Why Is My Puppy Being Aggressive?
Why is my puppy being aggressive? If you feel like you’ve stumbled upon something more than puppy play, you should trust your gut. Helping a puppy overcome dog aggression is much easier with young puppies, so the quicker you address the behavior, the sooner you can prevent and stop puppy aggression! First, it is important […]
Enrichment For Dogs – 10 Ideas to Keep Your Dog Happy
Enrichment for dogs is SO important! If you’re a dog owner, you know that your furry friend needs exercise, a healthy diet, and plenty of love and attention. But did you know that enrichment is also an important part of keeping your dog happy and healthy? In this blog post, we’ll discuss what dog enrichment […]
How to Teach a Puppy to Sit
Learning how to teach a puppy to sit could be one of the most important things you can practice during the puppyhood season. Sit is one of the most basic, yet essential commands that your puppy needs to learn. Not only is this a cue that will come in handy on a daily basis, but […]
Introducing a Puppy to an Older Dog: Tips for a Successful Transition
Introducing a puppy to an older dog can be stressful, but bringing a puppy home is so much fun! If you have an older dog and are bringing home a new puppy- don’t fret! Dogs teach one another new things all the time. Both the puppy and the other dogs in your home can learn […]
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. […]
Puppy Fear Periods: What They Are, When to Expect Them, and How to Help Your Puppy
Puppy fear periods can be confusing for any pet parent. A young dog usually starts off pretty confident, but as they start to learn and navigate, they can begin having puppy fear. A puppy fear period can occur in any puppy and dog owners should not fret if their puppy begins being suddenly scared. There’s […]
Giant Breed Dog Toys: The Best Options for Your Powerful & Not-So-Gentle Big Dogs
Giant breed dog toys can be hard to find! One minute you order a ‘giant size toy ball’, and the next it shows up the size of a ping pong ball. What just happened?! You thought you were ordering a durable dog toy, when in reality you just bought a choking hazard. If you’re the […]