6 Ways to Help a Bored Dog

Once upon a time, in a past life, I volunteered at our local aquarium here in Utah (the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Draper, Utah). One of the things we stressed at our aquarium was “Enrichment.” Enrichment with animals is anything that keeps up their mental or physical stimulation. When not given the proper enrichment, […]

Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

Does your dog seem to constantly nibble at the grass like he’s channeling the spirit of a goat every other week? Are you finding grass and spit-up in the fur around your dog’s mouth? I feel like I am constantly cleaning the grass out of my little schnauzer’s beard. When this first happened, I remember […]

The Complete Guide For Traveling With Your Dog

If you’re planning on taking a trip with your dog, there are several things you’ll need to do in order to have a fun and safe adventure. Traveling with your canine buddy can be exciting, but it takes a lot of prepping and a bit of good luck for everything to sail smoothly. With this […]

How To Train A Mouthy Puppy To Stop Biting

When an adorable fluffy little ball of fur decides to sink their razor sharp teeth into your skin, clothes, or furniture it can be a nightmare trying to create a pain-free damage control plan for all involved. Puppies love to bite. In fact, they need to. Without hands, pups use their little jaws to experience […]

How To Deal With An Aggressive Dog

Nobody wants to deal with an aggressive dog. When shopping for your next furry companion, the last thing you want is a dog that will frighten you or your children with its behavior. You want a well-trained pup that will come when called and give you loving companionship. Yet, despite what people want, most dog […]

How To Deal With The Canine Escape Artist

It happens to almost all dog owners at one time or another. Somehow, the front door opens, you’re not paying attention, and your beloved canine escapes. That or you look in the backyard and your dog is nowhere to be found. Sometimes, you can find your pup frolicking in the neighborhood, but they’re having so […]

Understanding Your Dog’s Body Language

Have you ever looked into your pup’s loving eyes and wondered what they could be thinking? It’s interesting that after thousands of years of domestication, scientists are still puzzling over exactly how a dog’s brain works and how they’re so good at picking up on our moods. Although we haven’t solved all the mysteries of […]

Positive Dog Training Vs Punishment Training

The world of dog training is full of differing opinions when it comes to teaching and disciplining your pup. You’ll find some people who follow the old school methods of dog training including the use of intimidation, pain, and fear to coerce their dog to obey. Many believe that because the dog descended from a […]

Should You Crate Train Your Dog?

If you’re looking to start a heated discussion, at least in the canine community, try bringing up the topic of crating your pup the next time you’re among friends. You may find some individuals to be appalled by the idea, while others are all for crating your dog for training purposes. Some state it’s an […]