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When your dog has done something silly, like falling off the couch or knocking over their water bowl, and seems to be walking around somewhat awkwardly afterward, many dog owners will say that their dog is embarrassed after his mistake. We know that dogs can feel a whole range of emotions – happiness, fear, anger, […]

In the car, it is important to drive distraction free and keep all passengers secured with seat belts. This is equally important for the dogs in your car. Having a dog running around in the back or front seat while you are driving can be an extremely dangerous distraction. Even if your dog is well

More and more workplaces have started welcoming dogs to accompany their owners to work. Not only is this good for your four legged friend since she no longer has to stay home alone all day, but studies have repeatedly shown that dogs in the office are good for business too since they can help reduce

Hiring a dog walker to help exercise your dog can be a great decision for both you and your dog. Your dog gets an extra chance to exercise and have a potty break during the day, and you get the peace of mind of knowing that your dog is well taken care of.  But this

Board and train can be a valuable training experience, both for you and your family dog. The process provides an intensive environment for your dog to learn good manners and basic obedience so that she can then come home and put her new skills to work while living with you.  But board and train is

When it comes to training your dog, there are nearly as many potential methods and tools to help you as there are dog breeds. There are enough methods to be confusing – or at least give you plenty to research – as you work to determine which method is best for your dog and yourself.

With the weather warming up all around the country, hiking with your dog can be a great experience for both of you, providing a chance for exercise, new sights (and new smells for your dog), and a chance for training in new environments. Since hiking can be an intensive activity for your dog, you want

An E-collar, or an electric collar, can be a fantastic tool in your training regimen with your dog. When used correctly, the gentle shock provided by an E-collar is a communication tool. It provides correction for your dog that is harder to ignore than a verbal command and works across space if a leash correction

Modern E-collars fulfill the same basic purpose, delivering a pulse of electrical stimulation to your dog in response to a press of a button on a remote. They make it possible to communicate with your dog while training and bring their attention back to you in a dangerous situation. But E-collars on the market today

Many dog owners fall into the trap of thinking that showing their dog their unconditional love with endless cuddles, affection, treats, and words is a key factor in caring for your pet. The problem with this practice is that it is not dogs’ natural method of communicating affection for one another. In the wild, dogs