How and Why to Socialize your Dog
Dogs need us to take time to let them explore the world. They need to be allowed to investigate things. Socialization is often misunderstood when it comes to dogs. Socialization is not just putting your puppy or dog around other dogs. Socialization should always be kept positive and fun for the dog. We need to […]
Whole Health Requires Knowing the Whole Picture
Have you ever found yourself wondering why your dog has a medical or behavioral problem? In the past people would just accept the diagnosis and get medicine or a training aid device and think that was all they could do. Now more than ever we are finding out that there is more to achieving health in […]
Behavior Modification
An important part of behavior modification that is often overlooked is why the behavior is present in the first place. Before undergoing a behavior modification plan make sure your dog fits in to the following: Behavior modification can take time. As dog owners, we need to be patient with the dog and do everything we […]
A Vet’s Take on Vaccines & Socialization
This is an open letter from Dr. R.K. Anderson, who encourages veterinarians and puppy guardians to make puppy socialization a first priority. Puppy Vaccination and Socialization Should Go Together Robert K. Anderson DVM Diplomate ACVB and ACVPM TO: My Colleagues in Veterinary Medicine: Common questions I receive from puppy owners, dog trainers and veterinarians concern: […]
Dangers of People Food
Even if something seems healthy for you to eat, it doesn’t mean you should share it with your best friend. Among the list of dangerous ‘people foods’ are: chocolate, garlic, onions, raisins, grapes & alcohol. While there are more things to watch out for these are some of the most common food dangers for dogs.