Dog Training with the Gate Exercise

High-Maintenance Dog Breeds: From Grooming to Exercise to Training, Some Dogs Require More Effort

How to Enjoy Your Puppy: Managing a Puppy Can be Easy! Keep him Safe and Your Home Safe!

How to Teach Dogs to Obey: Tips for Establishing Leadership and Boundaries with Your Dog

Miniature Australian Shepherds: Mini Aussies Make an Attractive, Entertaining Family Pet

Newfoundland Breed Profile: Gentle Giant, Water Rescue Dog and Family Pet

Pros and Cons of the German Shepherd Dog: Significant Characteristics of This Popular Breed

Rally Dog Obedience - Fun Twist on Training: AKC Competition Emphasizes Communication over Precision

Schnoodle Dogs: Information on the Schnoodle Dog Breed

Separation Anxiety and Your Dog: Effective Behavior Modification Training Techniques and Medications

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Dog Training with the Gate Exercise

January 17, 2019

Once you have brought home your new dog or puppy, you should strongly think about enrolling in a dog/puppy training course. Not only will it give you the confidence to handle your dog/puppy effectively, but training classes are the ideal place to socialise your dog. When you’re out walking your pooch, other dog walkers may […]

High-Maintenance Dog Breeds: From Grooming to Exercise to Training, Some Dogs Require More Effort

January 16, 2019

The low-down on specific dog breeds known to be high-maintenance in terms of training, exercise and activity level, grooming and health care issues. All dogs are not created equal. Some dog breeds are smarter, some are easier to train, and some lazy couch potatoes are perfect for anyone who wants a playful companion but not […]

How to Enjoy Your Puppy: Managing a Puppy Can be Easy! Keep him Safe and Your Home Safe!

January 15, 2019

Having a puppy is filled with challenges. As fun as they are, they can be destructive machines. But there are ways to simplify the problem and save you and family grief. The first rule of puppy training is safety. That means for you and your home, as well as the dog. Most owners have their […]

How to Teach Dogs to Obey: Tips for Establishing Leadership and Boundaries with Your Dog

January 14, 2019

When you don't set boundaries and let your dog know you're in charge, you struggle with behavioral problems. A happy dog has boundaries and respects you as the boss. It’s easy to fall in love with a new puppy. Too often, when that sweet puppy grows into an unruly dog, owners can feel overwhelmed, trying […]

Miniature Australian Shepherds: Mini Aussies Make an Attractive, Entertaining Family Pet

January 13, 2019

Although this breed is not common, the Miniature Australian Shepherd has many qualities that a family would find attractive in a pet. Attractive, intelligent and energetic; mini Aussies are big companions in a small body. The personality of the mini Aussie endears it as much as its teddy bear like appearance. Physical Description Miniature Australian […]

Newfoundland Breed Profile: Gentle Giant, Water Rescue Dog and Family Pet

January 12, 2019

The Newfie is one of the sweetest and largest dog breeds in the world. Find out if a Newf is right for you and your home. History Nobody is sure of the Newfie’s exact origin, but the English first discovered this dog breed while exploring the Canadian island of Newfoundland in the 1700s. Some were […]

Pros and Cons of the German Shepherd Dog: Significant Characteristics of This Popular Breed

January 11, 2019

If you are considering a German Shepherd Dog (GSD) there are a few pros and cons to examine. These relate to the strong characteristics of the breed. It will depend on you and your personal circumstances whether each feature is to be considered positive or negative. Correctly bred, raised and handled the GSD is a […]

Rally Dog Obedience - Fun Twist on Training: AKC Competition Emphasizes Communication over Precision

January 10, 2019

Rally obedience requires dog and handler teams to perform a wide variety of short exercises on a timed course and emphasizes teamwork between dog and handler. The AKC introduced Rally Obedience as a titling class in 2005 as a stepping stone between the companion obedience necessary for a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) award and more […]

Schnoodle Dogs: Information on the Schnoodle Dog Breed

January 9, 2019

Schnoodles are incredibly intelligent animals and make wonderful pets. Learn more about the Schnoodle breed and where you can find a schnoodle puppy of your very own. As you may have guessed, the Schnoodle is not a pure bred dog. It is a cross between the Schnauzer and the Poodle. They are small, highly intelligent […]

Separation Anxiety and Your Dog: Effective Behavior Modification Training Techniques and Medications

January 8, 2019

Canine separation anxiety causes serious distress and suffering for your dog and can be resolved with appropriate medications coupled with behavioral modification. Separation anxiety experienced by your dog can cause needless pain for your dog and emotional and financial harm for you. According to behavioral specialist Dr. Mary Ann Vande Linde in March 2009 NAVC […]

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