Dog Park Guidelines Written by Guest Writer: Matt Rhoney Dogs are complex creatures. People love them for it. Dogs display many of the traits we as humans often seek to display: honesty, loyalty, joyfulness, and being free-spirited. They also do some things we’d be ashamed of: getting worked up over minor things, losing their cool … Read more
Why You MUST Include the Kids in Your Dog’s Obedience Training It’s such an exciting time when your family gets a new puppy or dog! Whether it’s your first one or you are expanding your canine family, a new family pet can bring so much joy, especially to the kids. And while you should encourage … Read more
German Shepherds are known for their loyalty, protectiveness, and overall high intelligence. But as German Shepherd Dog (GSD) owners know well, each dog has a personality all their own. Understanding the body language of German Shepherds and how your dog communicates will help with both bonding and training. If you’re thinking about getting a German … Read more
Loose-Leash Walking Tips Loose-leash walking is not to be confused with the “heel” command. Loose-leash walking is just good manners. You control the length of the leash, with your hand in a natural position alongside your body. As soon as the dog gets too far ahead or behind you, there will be tension on the … Read more
How to Rehabilitate An Abused Dog You may not normally be in a situation where you’re wondering how to rehabilitate an abused dog. This is usually a task for experts at animal shelters. However, if you should ever have a need to approach a dog that appears to be hurt, abandoned, and/or abused, I share … Read more