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Toys, Toys, Toys – Choosing the Right One For Your Dog

Toys, Toys, Toys – Choosing the Right One For Your Dog

Playtime is essential for your dog. Play provides your dog with exercise, mental stimulation and additional bonding time with the family. Play also adds to their overall quality of life and is a healthy option for relaxing anxious or stressed dogs. It can channel...

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Pampering your Pet the Naples Way!

Pampering your Pet the Naples Way!

Just like their human owners, pets enjoy a little pampering too! If you are looking for ways to spoil your puppy prince or princess, check out these three options right here in Naples! Grooming Love the feeling of a fresh hair cut? So does your dog! In addition to...

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Why Does My Dog Do That? Understanding Jumping Behavior

Why Does My Dog Do That? Understanding Jumping Behavior

You come home from work, open the door and are immediately greeted by an exuberant dog leaping and jumping all over you. Sound familiar? If it does, you are not alone. Jumping is a common behavioral issue that many dog owners face. In this month’s installment of “Why...

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Tips for Choosing the Right Puppy for Your Family

Tips for Choosing the Right Puppy for Your Family

Are you thinking of adding a new puppy into your life?  Here are some tips that can help you understand how to choose the right one for your family. Assess Your Situation A puppy is a lifelong commitment.  Before you decide to bring a puppy home do a thorough...

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Why Does My Dog do That? Understanding Marking Behavior

Why Does My Dog do That? Understanding Marking Behavior

Ever wonder why dogs do the things they do?  We have found that many of our pet parents are curious about the behaviors they notice their pets engaging in.  Each month we are going to address the behaviors we are most asked about in our “Why Does My Dog do That?” blog...

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Tricks and Treats:  Tips for a Safe Halloween with Your Dog

Tricks and Treats: Tips for a Safe Halloween with Your Dog

Halloween is a fun time of the year. It is natural to want to include your dog in all of the fall festivities. Here are three helpful tips to ensure your best friend has a safe and happy Halloween! Pet-Friendly Treats Let your pup join in the fun with healthy treats!...

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Walking Your Dog on a Leash

Walking Your Dog on a Leash

For some dogs and owners, this seems simple and comes easily, but there are quite a few dogs that just don’t get it right away or are a bit stubborn. In these cases, we have to use some techniques to outsmart them, not because they are neat dog tricks – but because...

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How do I get my dog to come to me reliably?

How do I get my dog to come to me reliably?

For a quick solution: Keep your dog on a long leash for now. Reward him with a treat when he does come. Also, remove any distractions. For a long-term solution: Giving your dog a good foundation is key in training him/her to listen reliably under any circumstances and...

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How do I get my dog to stop barking?

How do I get my dog to stop barking?

A temporary, quick way to stop your dogs barking is to put a muzzle on him/her and also block or take away the triggers. For a long-term solution, call us for training to get lasting results and to teach your dog to listen to your commands. We will give your dog a...

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Dog and Puppy Training Articles
Why Does My Dog do That?  Problem Barking Behavior

Why Does My Dog do That? Problem Barking Behavior

Melissa had carefully prepared for her conference call.  She had worked for weeks to put together this deal.  She knew this opportunity could be a game changer for her business and she didn’t want to leave anything to chance.  She even put her Boxer-Mix, Charlie, in...

Why Does My Dog Do That? Running “Amok” During a Run

Why Does My Dog Do That? Running “Amok” During a Run

Lisa is all set for her run. Shoes are tied. Water bottle is full. She even has a new hands-free leash for her dog, Bailey. The weather is absolutely perfect. So off they go, just a girl and her best friend hitting the trails for a nice relaxing morning jog. All is...

Why Does My Dog Do That? Understanding Herding Behavior

Why Does My Dog Do That? Understanding Herding Behavior

Ever have a dog nudge you, not so gently, toward the food bowl?  Or maybe they are habitual car chasers along the back yard fence.  They may even nip excitedly at the kids when they are running in the yard.  Odds are if you see this behavior you may have a herding...

Dog and Puppy Training Articles
Pampering Your Pup At Home

Pampering Your Pup At Home

Sometimes, after a long week of work, there is nothing like spending a weekend at home with your best furry friend. Here are some ideas for how you both can unwind and reinforce the human-dog bond right at home. Spa Time Anyone?Nothing says de-stress like some much...

Toys, Toys, Toys – Choosing the Right One For Your Dog

Toys, Toys, Toys – Choosing the Right One For Your Dog

Playtime is essential for your dog. Play provides your dog with exercise, mental stimulation and additional bonding time with the family. Play also adds to their overall quality of life and is a healthy option for relaxing anxious or stressed dogs. It can channel...

Pampering your Pet the Naples Way!

Pampering your Pet the Naples Way!

Just like their human owners, pets enjoy a little pampering too! If you are looking for ways to spoil your puppy prince or princess, check out these three options right here in Naples! Grooming Love the feeling of a fresh hair cut? So does your dog! In addition to...

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