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As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to enjoy long walks with your furry friend. But if your dog pulls, zigzags, or gets overly excited on the leash, those strolls can quickly become stressful. Whether you’re training a puppy or helping an older dog improve their leash manners, now is the perfect time to start! Here’s how to teach your dog to walk politely on a leash before spring adventures begin. 1. Choose the Right Gear Before training begins, make sure you have the right equipment:- A Well-Fitted Harness or Collar – A front-clip harness is great for dogs...

Every dog owner is familiar with their pet's emotions and moods from begging eagerly for a treat to excited to go for a walk to dramatic and fearful about a bath. There is one mood, however, that is often overlooked, simply because the owner is not around to see it – separation anxiety. What Is Separation Anxiety in Dogs? All dogs may have brief moments of separation anxiety, but momentary whining when an owner leaves does not mean the dog is genuinely distressed. True separation anxiety is a distinct behavioral change that occurs only when the owner, or whomever the...

It’s a tough pill to swallow sometimes. Every pet owner has been through this scenario. You come home after a long day at work and you see that your pet has had a urine accident inside your home. You clean it up because as humans we accept that accidents happen and after all these are our fur babies, but that does not mean accidents are not avoidable.  Here are some tips to avoiding unwanted urination within your home from your pets. It all begins with house training your puppy. Puppies need to be house trained in order to understand that...

Is your pet starting to scratch a lot? Do they seem bothered or irritated for unknown reasons? Chances are during this time of the year; your pet has encountered fleas or ticks.  During the peak months of summer, fleas and ticks are at full strength and can be a major threat to humans and their pets. The purpose of this article is to provide you with some advice on flea and tick prevention for pets. Fleas and ticks can do more than just make your pet itch. They can also make your pet quite ill. When flea infestations get heavy...

Walks are great exercise and mental stimulation for your dog, and even on the coldest days, a walk can be a welcome activity. By knowing how to safely walk your dog in winter, both you and your canine companion can enjoy fresh air, exercise, and fun on regular walks. The Risks of Cold Weather Walks Winter walks have unique risks and it is important to be aware of the hazards you and your dog may face when walking on colder days. Lower temperatures mean a higher risk of frostbite and hypothermia, particularly for smaller dog breeds or both puppies and...