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Welcome back to learning about how to test a puppy’s preference for physical contact. A couple of weeks ago, I discussed how I test the...

Touching is not normal in the dog world. At least not like we humans do it. You will notice that puppies climb on each other and lay as...

Fear is something that many dogs and puppies deal with regularly. Fear can develop for many reasons, but when it comes down to it, fear...

Puppy Socialization is essential for a well-balanced puppy. But many times, there is so much happening when your puppy is young that their s

When your trainer explains what to do for training, sometimes it sounds a bit overwhelming. We start to think about how much time we have...

Last week I discussed what it takes to pass the Canine Good Citizenship Test. But you might have noticed I mentioned that it is not for...

In dog training school, I was introduced to this game: 101 things to do with a box. This game was used to teach dogs to participate in...

The day is almost here when people approach your house in droves and ring the doorbell. This can be a nightmare for puppies and dogs...

So, what can we do to prepare for having a puppy in the house? There is a collection of things you will need to do, and some of them...

Puppy ears are so cute and floppy. Some are too big for puppies who still need to grow into them. Others are small, even into adulthood....

I have met a lot of dogs who don’t like their paws handled. This dislike of paw handling usually comes from one of two things, never...

Last week I discussed crates and gates; this week, I want to finish out this series by discussing targets and mats. These are the...

Many puppies do not like bath time. I figured this out when I had to bathe two liters of puppies in one day; I think it was about...

When it comes to training equipment, you will need some training gear. Today, I will be focusing on collars and harnesses. Collars and...

This month’s series topic is all about training equipment for puppies. Training equipment is essential. The tools you use with your puppy...

If you just got a puppy or are thinking about getting one, you need to know about fear periods. How these crucial stages of puppy...

Food treats are a great training tool. However, many puppy owners are concerned that using food in training can cause overeating. This...

Last week I answered five out ten of the most common puppy raising questions I get from clients. This week I will answer the next five!

Do you have questions about raising and training your puppy? Here you can find answers to some of the most common puppy training questions!

Socializing puppies is a must, but it is often misunderstood, leading to behavior problems that could have been avoided. In a recent post I