Do dogs really feel guilt?

The Guilt Myth For many years I believed that my dog(s) knew when he/she had done something wrong, even if “the wrongdoing” occurred hours prior to me noticing it or coming home to find it (the wrongdoing).   I thought this because he/she gave me what I interpreted as a guilty look.  Can dogs really process […]

Puppy Training Tips

Puppy Training Tips Are you Puppy Prepared? They are so cute, right??  Until they keep you up all night, chew everything in sight   and going potty in the house.  It is so important to train them properly, right from the start!  Be puppy prepared!!!  By focusing on the things, they do right by rewarding them […]

Firework tips for dogs

Dogs and Fireworks Some quick tips on how to help your pup during fireworks:   Never take them with you to an event where there are Fireworks Plan to stay home with them Console them Play soothing music Don’t try and remove them from their hiding spot, they have found a place that makes themfeel […]

Dog Walking: Why it’s important

Positive Reinforcement in Dog Training Exercised dogs make for happy dogs and happy dog families.  How often do I need to walk my dog?  Taking your dog for a walk around the block is a great start, and it might be enough for some breeds, particularly the low energy variety.  However, almost all dogs require […]