When figuring out how to crate train a puppy, it may seem like an impossible task but in reality, it’s not too difficult. The important thing to keep in mind is that the training should help to make your puppy feel safe, relaxed, and content in and around the crate. Even though it can be…
As a new pet parent, you may not be sure how to train a puppy to walk on a leash or you may not even consider it essential. Teaching your puppy to walk well on a leash is an extremely crucial lesson that is often overlooked by new pet owners. While it may seem obvious…
Puppy training may seem impossible at first, but once you know how to do it, training really does work. If you are having trouble training your puppy, consider its age, as generally, puppies don’t begin training until around 6 months old. While every puppy is different and training is a lifelong journey, you should expect…
Long-haired or short-haired, small or big, no matter what your puppy looks like, they need grooming. Grooming is about far more than just maintaining your puppy’s appearance, though that is a part of it. You can generally start professional grooming when your puppy is around 3-4 months (or when it has had its shots.) While…
If you are looking for solutions on how to make a puppy stop biting, you are not alone. While biting is unacceptable, it is entirely normal behavior for puppies. Puppies have a lot of reasons to bite, from exploratory biting to learn about the world to socially motivated biting to get attention. Though biting is…
There are many suitable dog breeds for seniors but it is important to pick the one that is right for you. Perhaps, you are looking for a furry companion, but fear that your older age may make dog ownership a bit unrealistic. Though it may seem challenging to keep up with the energy and needs…
How to stop a puppy from digging is a question that pet parents will ask at some point? Puppies are indiscriminate when digging – they dig out plants, dig tunnels under the fence, or dig out of sheer boredom. Why do puppies dig? 1.To cool off The digging can also be an attempt to cool…
Are you wondering how to potty train a puppy? Potty training is a learning curve required with any new puppy in your home. While it can appear to be a complicated process, house training does not have to be as bad as it may seem initially. It is essential to potty train properly when your…
Puppies are adorable and who wouldn’t want one. However, the decision to share your home with a puppy is a big one that shouldn’t be made on a whim. Evaluate your decision carefully, especially as it’s a long term commitment and one not to be taken lightly. How many puppies will you want? What sort…
Cat overgrooming happens when your feline friend licks its fur excessively leading to redness of the skin, patchy fur, or sores. Cats are known to be finicky about staying clean, spending almost as much as half of their waking hours removing loose fur, grime, and parasites from their coat. Signs of overgrooming When your pet…
The British Labrador is intelligent, good looking and better yet comes with a charming personality, making them perfect as family pets or hunting buddies. Difference between American Labrador and British Labrador Everyone can spot a Labrador Retriever. These sweet, medium sized dogs were bred for hunting purposes and enjoy the great outdoors. At the same…
Reactive dog training helps to calm dogs that overreact to their environment by barking or lunging at other animals, people, cycles, cars, etc. Your dog is the sweetest, most loveable thing you know until another dog passes by on your morning walk! Reactive dog behavior is when a generally well-behaved animal has intense reactions to…