by Smart Dog | Jan 19, 2019 | Dog Behavior, Dog Fun, Dog Safety
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...
by Smart Dog | Dec 21, 2018 | Dog Behavior, Dog Fun, Dog Safety, Puppy Training
Welcoming a new puppy into the family is a fun and exciting time. It can also be a stressful time as the puppy gets acquainted with the existing family members and pets. Here are a few quick tips on how you can make this a smooth process for all. The KidsWhile dogs...
by Smart Dog | Dec 2, 2018 | Dog 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...
by Smart Dog | Nov 26, 2018 | Dog 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...
by Smart Dog | Oct 16, 2018 | Dog Behavior, Dog Safety, Puppy Training
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...
by Smart Dog | Dec 16, 2017 | Dog Behavior
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...
