Doesn’t your heart just melt when your furry bud looks at you with those sad, puppy eyes, asking for a taste of that burrito you’re eating? Dogs are curious beings, especially when it comes to whatever their master is doing—or eating. While it will have been effortless to give in to what your dog wants, … Read more
Picking out a name for your dog is an exciting process for any new pet owner. Whether his name is Rover or Rex, your dog’s name will become a part of who he is. Dogs are brilliant creatures, and they will learn their names quickly with a little help. Dogs need to be continually reminded … Read more
Pitbull puppies are highly intelligent, social, and eager to please. As such, they learn behaviors quickly, whether good or bad. It is best to begin training your puppy as soon as you bring them home. How do I train my pitbull puppy to be a good citizen? To train a pitbull puppy, use positive reinforcement … Read more
Whether a puppy or an older dog, you can start training your dog to shake paws with a few simple tasks. You’ll need patience, consistency, positive rewards, and of course, breaks for both you and your pet. How do you train your dog to shake paws? You can teach your dog to shake paws by … Read more
Puppies and kittens are always near the top for the world’s cutest animals, but they are not just cuddles, yelps and adorable antics. Young animals require love, protection, and boundaries to grow up into healthy and respectful pets. So the training has to start quite early, but knowing when and how to begin is a … Read more
The job outlook for dog trainers is on the rise as many owners look for guidance on raising their pets. If you’re a dog owner with experience training dogs, you might be considering turning your skills into a profitable career. So how much do dog trainers make? A dog trainer’s salary will depend on several … Read more
The idea that your dog is talking to you – let alone that you might listen and understand – may seem utterly ludicrous. Dogs don’t talk! Well, they can’t conjugate irregular verbs, but dogs do use a complex combination of physical and vocal cues that more or less amounts to language. How do dogs ask … Read more
For many people, reaching out to ask for help when facing visible or invisible disabilities is the most challenging thing in the world. A feeling of hopelessness, and helplessness, is part of the dilemma, not to mention the shame that is inevitably linked to requiring assistance. Do I qualify for a Service Dog? To determine … Read more
Duck dogs also referred to as gun dogs, are trained to assist hunters in waterfowl hunting. Certain breeds of dogs make the most successful duck dogs, and dogs can be trained at various levels to assist in multiple types and complexities of duck hunting. What is a duck dog training? Duck dog training is the … Read more
We live in an ever-evolving society and, with the dramatic increase in the popularity of “fur babies,” people are now looking for the best ways in which to look after their precious pets. So what should you do first before giving a dog a treat? Before giving your dog a treat you need to consider … Read more