A question I am often asked by my clients is “How do I stop my dog from chewing on things?” It is a problem lots of dogs have, but you have to keep in mind that Chewing is a normal behavior for them. For a lot of dogs chewing is like therapy or a pacifier. […]
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It’s Thanksgiving! Time for family, fun and lots of food! It can also be dangerous time for your dog if he eats foods that are harmful to him. Here are 8 holiday staples that are actually dangerous for your dog to consume. 8. TURKEY SKIN Turkey is a given at almost every Thanksgiving feast […]
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Halloween can be a nightmare for your dogs. It might even be THE most dangerous holiday! Follow these dog safety tips for a better and Safer celebration!
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Quality dog food is expensive. Why do we buy it? Because we want to feed our dog quality food that will keep him healthy and happy. That being said, doesn’t it make sense to protect and store his food correctly to get the optimum nutritional value we spent so much to get? Most people don’t […]
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Most dogs don’t get the exercise they need. This can lead to a rowdy & troublesome pooch. Use these 10 ideas to transform them to be a better companion.
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Today I want to Introduce you to Clicker Training. Clicker Training is simple, it is training with a reward marker. The Clicker is this little box, when you press it…the sound is distinct. It is a sound that your dog doesn’t hear readily in nature. What this sound will eventually mean to the dog is […]
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Back to school is upon us as summer comes to a close. We spend much time preparing our children (and ourselves), yet this transition also affects our pets. The freedom and attention received during summer vacation abruptly ends at the first day of school. Without warning, schedules shift and playmates of summer suddenly have new […]
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Training starts the day you bring that new pup home. It used to be thought that dog training couldn’t start until the age of 6 months. I start training at 8 weeks. As soon as your puppy arrives at his new home…He’s learning! Now is the time to teach him what you ‘want’ and ‘expect’ […]
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It’s Summer and Texas Summers are HOT! Not only for us, but man’s best friend as well! Keeping your dog cool is serious business because overheating can be life-threatening if not treated immediately. Dogs, in general, are intolerant of too much heat. Heatstroke normally happens when a dog loses his innate ability to regulate his body temperature. […]
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Fear of fireworks is a fairly common phobia for dogs. The noise, smell of sulfur and flashing lights can be quite upsetting. Fortunately there are several things you can do to keep your pet safe and cared for during the celebration. Prepare your House Shut all the doors and windows and draw curtains to block […]
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