Blog: Living With Dogs

1. Dog parks are great until suddenly they aren’t

   April 8, 2023
   There’s no snow anywhere in the forecast and temperatures are above freezing. And do you know what that means? It’s time to start taking your dog on outdoor adventures! Now I bet your natural inclination is to take Fido to the dog park. One of my friends loved taking her…

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2. Crate/Departure Exercises

   March 10, 2023
   Creating a space of comfort is what your dog’s crate should be all about. Crates are to be utilized for potty training, management, and a safe place your dog enjoys spending their time. Crates should not be used as a “lifestyle choice” to confine the dog all day. The following…

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3. Potty Training Basics

   March 10, 2023
   First, remember the only rule a puppy knows when they enter their new home:I will not go the bathroom where I immediately sleep, everything else is my toilet and my chew toy.1) Management Do not allow your dog access to areas where they can not be supervised.If you…

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