Training for Rescue Dogs and Why it is Extra Important
It’s not a nice thought to think that there are many rescue centers that are packed with homeless dogs. However, as we’ve become more aware of these rescue centers, more and more people are choosing to provide these abandoned dogs with a loving home. If you decide to get a rescue dog it will take […]
How to Select a Great Dog Trainer
In order to be a responsible dog owner, you need to ensure that your dog is well behaved. Not only is dog training a fantastic way for you and your dog to get to know one another, dog training is usually the best option to help teach your dog and motivate him from a young […]
Are You Considering a Harness for Walking Your Dog?
When you’re out for a walk it’s normal for a puppy or a dog to get super excited as they are keen to explore and experience all the things that are going on around them. Many dog owners will use a harness to stop their dog from pulling, but this is not an effective method. […]
Common Dog Training Mistakes
If you are training your dog you need to be sure that you are fully aware of what dog training entails. It is important not to let small issues stop you when it comes to your training. There may be some small issues that may not seem significant to you, but they can, in fact, […]
Does Shaving Your Dog Help?
Summer in Kansas City is hot, and our dogs notice the heat just like we do. We all know that proper hydration and keeping a close eye are important to making sure our dogs stay safe this summer, but you have probably noticed some dogs with normally long coats sporting a buzz cut. This practice […]
My dog is chewing everything!
Chewing is a natural instinct for your dog. It serves some important purposes like helping to keep teeth clean, as well as relieving stress and boredom. Problems can quickly arise when chewing moves from appropriate toys to inappropriate items like furniture or clothing. To help correct this problematic behavior, it is important to understand the […]
Biting
Puppy mouthing, play biting, there are a lot of names for what amounts to the same thing. Especially with smaller or young dogs, this might not seem like a big deal, but it can quickly get out of hand and it becomes annoying and problematic. If you watch dogs play, many of them use their […]
Should you use Hand Signals in training?
There is loads of research out there to show us that dogs learn very well from visual cues and body language. Many trainers and owners use some form of hand signal, although the exact signals used vary greatly. So, why do they use them, and should you use them with your dog? Dogs will generally […]
Food Aggression
Why do some dogs act aggressively over food? Well, food is a resource, a vital one, so it has a lot of value for most dogs. This behavior falls into the broader category of Resource Guarding. Some dogs will behave this way with toys, or even their owners, but food aggression tends to be the […]
Engaging and motivating your dog
Do you frequently find yourself getting frustrated that your dog seems to pay more attention to everything else than he does to you? If your dog is ignoring you for other things, it can be everything from irritating to unsafe. Building engagement and motivate your dog is key to having an attentive, well-behaved pet. First, […]
