Choosing the Right Dog

The Impact of Exercise on Your Dog's Behavior Exercising can have a huge effect on your pup's behavior. It can help lower bad behaviors and support overall health and well-being. Here are the advantages: Burns Off Energy: Exercise helps burn off your dog's too much energy, avoiding things like chewing, digging, and hyperactivity. Encourages Socialization:…

The Ethics of Adoption vs. Buying from a Breeder Adoption and buying from a breeder both have ethical implications. Adopting a pet from a shelter is ethical as it saves an animal and reduces homeless pets. Buying from a breeder can be seen as unethical as it contributes to overpopulation and neglect. Also, some…

How Breed Influences Training: What to Expect Dog breeds differ in the way they learn and react to commands. Knowing how breed affects training can help you adjust your teaching techniques, to get better outcomes with your pup. For example: Herding Breeds - Border Collies and Australian Shepherds are clever and easy to train. These…

Big Dog, Small Space: Training Tips for Apartment Living Living with a big pup in a small pad can be hard, but it's doable, with the correct training and set up. Here are some tips to help you make it a great experience for both of you: Give your pup a special space: Sort out…

Breed Stereotypes Debunked: Can Any Dog Be Trained? Yes, any pup can be trained - no matter the breed! Even if some breeds are more likely to have certain behaviors, any dog can learn basic commands - or even more advanced skills - with the right training, time, and patience. Techniques used should fit a…

Dealing with Dominant Dog Behaviors Dealing with a dominant dog's behavior can be tough. It's important to know what it is, how to recognize it and how to correct it for a safe and happy home. Signs of dominance: growling, biting, or too much barking when challenged or trying to be the leader. Here are…

How Size Affects Dog Grooming and Maintenance The size of a dog matters for their grooming. Smaller breeds are simpler to groom, whereas larger dogs need more effort and supplies. Small dogs have short coats and less skin folds, making them easier to wash, brush, and trim. They also shed less and need less frequent…

Mutts vs. Purebreds: Training Differences to Consider Mutts and purebreds can both make great pets. But there are a few training differences. Purebreds are bred for certain traits, making them easier to train for specific tasks. Their temperament and energy level is more predictable. On the other hand, mutts have a diverse genetic makeup. They…

Integrating a New Adult Dog Into Your Home: Tips and Tricks Integrating a new adult pup into your home can be tricky. Yet, with some tips and tricks, you can make it easier for you and your furry pal. Here are some to remember: Set Ground Rules: Let your new pup know what's expected of…

Choosing a Dog Breed and Finding a Breeder Selecting a pup breed is a huge decision! Do not take it lightly. When purchasing from a breeder, it's essential to research the breed and the breeder. Learn about the health and behaviour traits of the breed. Also, assess how the breeder cares for the pups. Make…