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The Power of Distraction: Redirecting Your Dog’s Energy

Aggression, Behavior IssuesJune 20, 2023102Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Power of Distraction: Redirecting Your Dog's Energy The Power of Distraction is a great tool for teaching your pup. Here's how to use it: Identify triggers like squirrels, cars, or other dogs. Use things your pup likes, like treats or praise, to reward good behavior. Introduce distractions slowly and from a safe distance. Redirect…

The Importance of Consistency in Keeping Dogs Off Furniture

Behavior Issues, JumpingJune 20, 202368Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Importance of Consistency in Keeping Dogs Off Furniture Consistency is essential to keep dogs away from furniture. Establish rules and stick to them to form a habit your dog will follow. Here are some tips: Provide a comfy spot like a dog bed for your pup. Reward good behaviour with treats or verbal praise.…

Establishing a Consistent Routine to Minimize Digging in Puppies

Behavior Issues, DiggingJune 18, 202364Views 0Likes 0Comments

Establishing a Consistent Routine to Minimize Digging in Puppies Creating a regular routine can help minimize digging in puppies. Make a plan with exercise, playtime, meals and potty breaks. Here's some tips: Set a feeding schedule, and always have water available. Agree on a bedtime and waking time. Allow for both indoor and outdoor playtime…

Addressing the Root Causes of Your Dog’s Digging Behavior

Behavior Issues, DiggingJune 18, 202367Views 0Likes 0Comments

Addressing the Root Causes of Your Dog's Digging Behavior Sadly, there's no single solution to stop your pup from digging. To tackle the issue, you need to pinpoint the cause. Reasons may include: Boredom - Dogs may dig when they don't get enough movement or mental stimulation. Territory Marking - Digging helps dogs make their…

How to Handle Nighttime Barking and Whining in Puppies

Barking, Behavior IssuesJune 18, 202362Views 0Likes 0Comments

How to Handle Nighttime Barking and Whining in Puppies If your pup is excessively barking or whining at night, there are strategies to help manage this. Here are some tips: Create a consistent bedtime routine which includes wind-down time and potty time. Ensure your pup gets enough exercise and activity during the day. Ignore the…

How to Use a ThunderShirt to Calm Your Anxious Dog

Behavior Issues, Separation AnxietyJune 12, 202368Views 0Likes 0Comments

How to Use a ThunderShirt to Calm Your Anxious Dog A ThunderShirt is a vest that applies pressure and can help soothe your anxious pup. If your pup is stressed during situations such as fireworks or travelling, here's how to use it: Introduce the ThunderShirt slowly to your pup, just a few minutes at first.…

How to Differentiate Separation Anxiety from Boredom

Behavior Issues, Separation AnxietyJune 12, 202376Views 0Likes 0Comments

How to Differentiate Separation Anxiety from Boredom Separation anxiety and boredom in dogs can look similar. But there are differences that let us tell them apart. Separation anxiety is more intense and happens when the dog's owner isn't around. Signs include destructive chewing, excessive barking and trying to escape. Boredom-related behaviors are milder. Such as…

How to Redirect Your Puppy’s Jumping Energy into Play

Behavior Issues, JumpingJune 11, 202366Views 0Likes 0Comments

How to Redirect Your Puppy's Jumping Energy into Play Redirecting your pup's jumping energy into play is a good way to train them to stop jumping on people and focus on positive behavior. Here are some tips: Teach an alternative behavior, like "sit" or "down," and reward them when they obey. Keep a toy or…

The Importance of Proper Socialization to Prevent Digging

Behavior Issues, DiggingJune 10, 202360Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Importance of Proper Socialization to Prevent Digging Socializing dogs properly is essential to stop digging, especially in unsuitable spots. It helps pups form good associations with their surroundings, lowers boredom, and stops nervousness and destructive behavior. Here are some ideas for socializing puppies well: Introduce the pup to different sights, sounds, and people in…

How to Use Positive Reinforcement to Prevent Jumping

Behavior Issues, JumpingJune 10, 202372Views 0Likes 0Comments

How to Use Positive Reinforcement to Prevent Jumping Positive reinforcement is an efficient way to stop your pup from jumping. Here's how to do it: When you or your dog approach each other, no attention if they jump. Instead, say "off" or "down" and wait until they settle. Once they have all four paws on…