Is your dog nervous in public places? Does he always have his eye on strangers and watch their every move? A dog trainer shares 2 important ways to make your fearful dog more comfortable around strangers. Is your dog even afraid to play? Here’s how to help a scared dog build confidence in themselves and become less fearful.
First Days At Home
The first days at home with your new dog will set the foundation for your future together. That day you spend moving a dog to a new home and introducing him to a whole new world will set the tone for what's expected of him, what's going to be accepted, and what's not going to be tolerated. With consistency and patience, you'll shape his behavior over the next few days... weeks... months... and years. These are the things you absolutely must do within the first few days of bringing a new dog home.
A Dog Routine For New Dog Owners: Why & How To Come Up With A Puppy Feeding Schedule And Potty Routine For Your Dog
Trying to find the right puppy feeding schedule and puppy potty routine for your new dog? See why it’s important to get your dog peeing and pooping on a regular schedule every day — and timed perfectly with your dog’s feeding schedule. Plus, how to tell when your dog needs to go outside — specific signs to watch for. I’m going to show you how to set up a daily dog feeding schedule and a dog routine for going outside.
Pet Costs: 21 Clever Ways To Save Money On Everyday Dog Care
See the true cost of owning a dog — in hard dollars — plus how to save money on pet costs. These are tips that you can use when you get a new puppy all the way through your dog’s adult life. If you’re getting a new dog soon, start here to save big bucks!
How To Calm A Frightened Dog With Treats (aka Counter Conditioning)
Do you have a frightened dog only at certain times? If so, should you pet your dog to calm him during storms & other scary situations? The answer is yes, petting your dog, giving him treats, and using other calming behaviors are excellent counter conditioning methods that work!
How To Prepare For Your New Puppy Dog’s First Days At Home
Bringing home a new puppy dog and not sure how to prepare? This video shows some of the first things you should do to prepare your new puppy dog for his first days at home. Plus tips on how to puppy-proof your home.
How & Why To Socialize Your Dog – It Might Be The Most Important Thing You Do!
A well-socialized dog will be much more relaxed in the world and less likely to have unwanted behaviors. Socializing your dog — as a puppy — is definitely a win-win for both you and your dog!
Nervous Dogs – Try This If Your Dog Is Fearful Around People
Any time a guest inside our house physically moves (e.g. to get up after sitting down, to reach out to pet Tenor, or to give him a treat), Tenor immediately darts away… fast as lightning! When I mentioned this to our dog trainer, Suzy Godsey, here’s what she suggested…
How To Find A Pet Sitter… Quick!
There are a handful of great websites devoted solely to pet sitting and overnight boarding for dogs. Through some of them, you can also find specific services like house sitting, walking your dog, grooming, dog training, and more. Here’s the scoop…
My Favorite Place To Buy Dog ID Tags
Here’s why we will only order dog tags from Tags For Pets – aka American Pet Classics…
