Without even recognizing it, your dog may be “wearing the pants” in your house.  Without a strong leader, it is natural for the dog to take charge and try and be the “pack leader”. More often t ...

Do you ever wonder…”Why won’t my dog listen to me?”  The simple answer is because the dog doesn’t understand what you are saying and you could be confusing your dog. The foundation of our behavioral i ...

A dog’s breed and temperament, combined with your lifestyle and personality, all play an important role in determining what kind of dog is the best fit for you. For instance, a slight or shy person co ...

When children go back to school, this abrupt change in routine can seriously affect our furry friends.  But with some preparation before the first day, families can avoid many of the back-to-school be ...

The first week in May is National Pet Week…So can your dog and cat get along??  In many situations, dogs and cats can coexist peacefully.  In other situations, not so much.  The good news...chances ar ...

  Thursday, March 23 is National Puppy Day.  As many of us think about getting a puppy, there are many things to consider. A dog’s age, breed and temperament, combined with your lifestyle and per ...

February is Responsible Dog Ownership Month.  Does your dog follow your routines or is your day dominated by your dog’s demands?  When your dog starts pestering you, do you give in to his/her demands? ...