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Setting Limits for Your Canine Companion
December 11th, 2007 in Puppies, Miscellaneous, Adult Dogs, Training Methods, Manners, Play Biting, Chewing, Dog Obedience, For Families, Socialization, How Dogs Think, House Training, Digging, Barking Dog Problems, Jumping, Running Away, Separation Anxiety, Pulling, Begging, Object Guarding When it comes to our beloved pets, many people don’t like to set too many limits. Even the most strict of pet owners will usually admit that they like to spoil their pet sometimes, and of course, a little spoiling is okay.
However when not enough limits are set, several problems can arise. Firstly, the fact […]
Grandma’s Gift Puppy
November 3rd, 2007 in Puppies, Miscellaneous, Adult Dogs, Seasonal, Training Methods, Manners, Play Biting, Chewing, Dog Obedience, For Families, Socialization, Selecting A Dog, House Training, Digging, Barking Dog Problems, Jumping, Pulling, Begging Once upon a time, there was a Grandma. She has always loved golden retrievers and has enjoyed their exuberant, loving personalities throughout her lifetime.
Unfortunately Grandma’s latest golden retriever passed away at the age of 14. She loved that dog so much and was heartbroken at the loss. She cried for quite some time and continued […]
Keep Your Dog Busy on Christmas
November 3rd, 2007 in Puppies, Miscellaneous, Adult Dogs, Seasonal, Training Methods, Manners, Chewing, Dog Obedience, For Families, How Dogs Think, House Training, Jumping, Pulling, Begging With all the holiday festivities we all enjoy this time of year, it’s important to remember your pet when you do your holiday shopping.
Not only will your dog enjoy a nice new toy or two from Santa on Christmas morning, but from a practical viewpoint, making sure your dog has a toy to keep him […]
Holiday Puppy Proofing
November 3rd, 2007 in Puppies, Miscellaneous, Adult Dogs, Seasonal, Training Methods, Manners, Play Biting, Chewing, Dog Obedience, For Families, How Dogs Think, House Training, Jumping, Pulling, Begging “Ahh… the Christmas tree… a giant stick! And it even has balls hanging on it! It’s the dog toy of my dreams!” This is likely how your puppy or young dog views this central holiday decoration that graces your home.
However, aside from the obvious fact that you don’t want your dog to knock over the […]
Halloween and Thanksgiving and Christmas, “Oh My!”
November 3rd, 2007 in Puppies, Miscellaneous, Adult Dogs, Seasonal, Training Methods, Manners, Chewing, Dog Obedience, For Families, How Dogs Think, House Training, Barking Dog Problems, Jumping, Running Away, Pulling, BeggingIt’s the first week of October and as the air begins to cool also comes the reality that there are many holidays coming just around the corner. And holidays mean candy in bowls, food on counters, doors opening, guests arriving and perhaps joining you for a meal. So what does this mean for your dog? […]