Among dog parents, one common complaint makes the rounds: “Oh, my dog is so stubborn!” What strikes me is that it is often said with a mix of laughter and frustration, which speaks volumes. In a ...

The vet isn’t particularly fun for most dogs—they expect to be poked, prodded, and are often separated from you. Some dogs are anxious and scared about going to the vet, while others get protective ...

Basic training is one of the first things all puppies - and first-time owners - need to get to grips with. Knowing how to follow simple orders such as "sit" and "stay" are the basic life skills of the ...

Training your dog isn’t always easy, and in particular it can be difficult to know how to get it right when they struggle with reactivity. It can be easy to put off training if you’re not looking ...

If you’ve ever tried to get a hungry pup to “sit” before dinner, you know it’s less about training and more about testing your negotiation skills. Puppies have the attention span of a paperclip and ...