Tips for Driving with Your Pet in the Car

Tips for Driving with Your Pet in the Car

If your dog loves to ride in the car, you may be tempted to set out on a few road trips with your pet. Before you get behind the wheel with your pup in tow, keep these tips in mind.   Everybody buckles up This includes your dog! Seatbelts aren’t only for humans,...
Autumn Safety Tips for your Dog

Autumn Safety Tips for your Dog

  Autumn means cooler weather and frolicking in the leaves, but it also means potential hazards for your dog. Indoors and out, these autumn safety tips will help keep your four-legged friend safe all season long. Toxic treats Autumn’s cooler weather brings on a...
Why Retractable Leashes Can Be Dangerous

Why Retractable Leashes Can Be Dangerous

Retractable leashes may seem like a great idea. After all, they allow your dog the freedom to move further away from you without actually being unleashed. However, these devices should be used with caution. There are a number of hazards associated with the use of...
Dealing with Barking

Dealing with Barking

Barking is something dogs often do to sound the alarm of a potential threat (in his mind).  Unfortunately for you and your neighbours, these ‘threats’ can include squirrels, birds, people or dogs walking by, noises, the garbage man, etc. A dog that barks at everyday...
Understanding Dog Aggression

Understanding Dog Aggression

By understanding the reasons for the aggression and addressing them, you can help your dog overcome aggressive behaviours. Aggression is one of the most unwanted and least understood behaviours in dogs. Many dog owners fear that aggression can’t be treated, which...
Understand the Importance of Dog Training

Understand the Importance of Dog Training

Training your dog isn’t a luxury or a ‘cute’ idea. It has a greater importance than most people realize. It’s also not something that just anyone can do, especially without an understanding of how dogs think and behave. Why Dog Training is Important Pack leaders and...