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BAXTER & Bella
Jan 294 min read
Finding A Dog Sitter
by Bailey Coldwell Just like we want parents of kids to have some time to themselves, we also want parents of dogs to have some time to...
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BAXTER & Bella
Jan 15 min read
Inhibited Stress in Dogs
by Bailey Coldwell Being aware of our dog’s body language is important. We want to be able to tell when dogs are uncomfortable or...
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BAXTER & Bella
Dec 25, 20245 min read
Counter Surfing
by Bailey Coldwell Surfing is a fun activity for us humans. However, our dogs trying to “surf” on our tables and counters? Not so much....
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BAXTER & Bella
Dec 18, 20244 min read
Is This Normal Dog Behavior?
by Heidi Atwood We get this ALL THE TIME! As a lifelong “dog person”, I don’t remember a time without at least one canine companion. I...
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BAXTER & Bella
Dec 11, 20243 min read
What Is A Behaviorist?
By Barbara Cannon As trainers at BAXTER and Bella, we sometimes get requests for “behaviorist” referrals, or our clients come to us...
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BAXTER & Bella
Dec 4, 20243 min read
Let’s Play! A Word About Dog Play Styles
By Barbara Cannon We often discuss the importance of understanding body language here at BAXTER and Bella. Understanding body language...
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BAXTER & Bella
Nov 27, 20245 min read
How To Enjoy The Holidays With Your Dog
by Bailey Coldwell The holidays can be a time of laughter, fun, and seeing loved ones you haven’t seen for a while. The holidays are also...
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BAXTER & Bella
Nov 21, 20244 min read
Does Your Dog Bark at the TV?
by Bailey Coldwell It is the end of a long day, and you just want to relax and watch TV. Perhaps cuddle with your dog. We don’t often...
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BAXTER & Bella
Nov 12, 20246 min read
The First Few Nights Home with Your New Dog
by Bailey Coldwell We’ve chatted about what the first day should look like with a puppy. Let’s take it a step further and talk about the...
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BAXTER & Bella
Nov 6, 20247 min read
The First Few Days Home with Your New Puppy
by Bailey Coldwell You’ve been planning to get a puppy for weeks, months, maybe even years now. The day has finally come. You are about...
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BAXTER & Bella
Oct 22, 20246 min read
Airplane Travel When Bringing A New Puppy Home
by Bailey Coldwell As more and more puppy families search for the perfect, reputable breeder, more and more people are flying with the...
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BAXTER & Bella
Oct 10, 20245 min read
Socialization: Distance is your best friend!
by Heidi Atwood Puppy Socialization doesn’t necessarily mean introducing two puppies to each other or introducing a puppy to a person; it...
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BAXTER & Bella
Oct 3, 20246 min read
Using A Leash Inside Your Home
by Bailey Coldwell If you have worked with me at all here at BAXTER & Bella, you will have heard me say, “Until my puppy understands the...
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BAXTER & Bella
Sep 27, 20247 min read
Multi-Dog Households
by Bailey Coldwell I have had multiple dogs in my home for the majority of my life. Maybe you are bringing a new puppy home, adopting an...
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BAXTER & Bella
Sep 18, 20243 min read
The Importance of Mental Stimulation
by Heidi Atwood Puppies are busy! They have a full schedule of training sessions, meals, walks, potty breaks, and playing - and...
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BAXTER & Bella
Sep 11, 20244 min read
Adopting An Older Dog
By Barbara Cannon As trainers at Baxter and Bella, we often get questions from new dog parents who have just adopted a puppy six months...
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BAXTER & Bella
Sep 4, 20247 min read
Let's Talk Crates - How long will my dog need one?
by Bailey Coldwell We recommend using the crate to help keep new puppies safe, your home intact, to help puppies learn contentment, and...
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BAXTER & Bella
Aug 26, 20243 min read
My Puppy Eats Poop!
By Barbara Cannon Perhaps you have experienced this: it’s the first week you have your new puppy at home. You take him out to the yard to...
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BAXTER & Bella
Aug 20, 20247 min read
Potty Training Before Vaccinations
by Bailey Coldwell If you have a puppy and own a private yard for your puppy to potty in, follow the standard potty training tips in our...
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BAXTER & Bella
Jul 31, 20246 min read
Harnesses, Collars, & Other Walking Tools
by Bailey Coldwell As you are preparing for your new puppy or beginning leash-walking skills with your dog, you may grow confused about...
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BAXTER & Bella
Jul 22, 20242 min read
Keeping Your Dog Cool: Essential Tips to Prevent Overheating
by Courtney Goblirsch Summer is here, and while it’s great to enjoy the sun, it’s crucial to protect our dogs from the dangers of...
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BAXTER & Bella
Jul 18, 20244 min read
Socialization While Waiting for Vaccinations
by Bailey Coldwell Let me preface this by saying that if you have questions about a vaccine schedule for your puppy and what is safe for...
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BAXTER & Bella
Jul 11, 20244 min read
New Dogs & Freedom
by Heidi Atwood We get a lot of inquiries about freedom during the first few weeks that puppies are transitioning to their new homes. A...
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BAXTER & Bella
Jun 20, 20245 min read
Contentment Training
by Bailey Coldwell ‘Sit’ ‘Down’ ‘Place’ ‘Stay’ These are just a few of the common cues that we recommend your dog learns to do. If you...
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