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by Heidi Atwood Most of our blog posts consist of subjects aimed at helping improve the training and focus of young puppies, but I would like to share my experiences with the other side of dog companionship; the grief we feel when we lose them.  You will never have another dog exactly like this one. Your dog loves you more than you can fathom. You can’t imagine getting another dog because it’s not going to be the same.  These statements are true. The dogs we bond with in our

by Courtney Goblirsch Not everyone has a big backyard or a wide-open floor plan for puppy training, and that’s perfectly okay. Whether you live in a city apartment, a condo, or a cozy home, your puppy can still learn everything they need to grow into a calm, confident, and well-behaved dog. Training success isn’t about how much space you have; it’s about structure, creativity, and consistency. Here are a few ways to make the most of your space while helping your puppy thrive.

by Heidi Atwood Your brand new puppy comes running (blasting?!) into your house, and you’re not worried about your older dog loving the puppy because your dog has plenty  of experience with other dogs. Maybe your existing dog even has a young friend, and they play well together. But this puppy is here to stay and will become a long-term part of your dog’s life.  The excitement and energy of a young puppy is quite often too much for an older dog to handle, and they can quickly

by Amy Jensen Bringing home a new puppy is full of excitement — the wiggly tail, the bright eyes, and that adorable face that melts your heart. But along with all that cuteness comes plenty of enthusiasm that can easily turn into jumping, barking, or even nipping when your puppy wants attention. That’s where “Sit to Say Please”  comes in — a simple but powerful way to teach your puppy that polite behavior gets them what they want. What Is “Sit to Say Please”? “Sit to Say Plea

by Bailey Coldwell When puppies are learning how to interact with other dogs, they are likely to experiment with unwanted behaviors. They...

by Bailey Coldwell The day has finally come! You are bringing home your brand-new puppy. I am sure you are feeling a mixture of...

by Amy Jensen Daily walks are one of the best ways to meet your dog’s exercise, enrichment, and bonding needs. But if your pup barrels...

by pawTree Who doesn’t like treats? Let’s face it, we ALL do! For us, there are many treat choices, from salty to sweet — like chips,...

by Heidi Atwood I hope that you never have to experience the situation of helping your dog recover from injuries, surgery, or illness,...

by Bailey Coldwell Teaching your dog to play fetch is a common goal for dog handlers. Fetch seems to be THE game to play with your dog....

By guest author pawTree Home Office Why More Pet Parents Are Saying Yes to Supplements. We’re not just pet owners, we’re pet parents....

by Heidi Atwood Picture this: you spend days and weeks training your puppy to focus on you because it’s rewarding. You prevent wandering,...

By Barbara Cannon   Recently, a friend and her dog stayed with me for a few days. We had big plans to go camping, but a day into our...

by Amanda Crosland One of the most common concerns new puppy parents face is crate training. Especially when their dog whines, barks, or...

by Heidi Atwood You may be lucky enough to have an outside area for your puppy to explore and play in, and this can be a wonderful place...

by Courtney Goblirsch We’ve all been there. Your dog is chilling one minute, and then boom, someone starts the vacuum, or a truck rumbles...

by Courtney Goblirsch You know the look. Ears perked, tail stiff, body frozen… and then it happens. Your dog explodes into full-on alert...

by Bailey Coldwell When getting a new dog, we find ways for them to interact with other dogs, receive exercise, and give them something...

by Amy Jensen Does your dog go nuts when restrained by a barrier? Do they get frustrated when they see something they want but cannot get...

by Amy Jensen Bringing home a new puppy is full of joyful moments—playtime, cuddles, and learning together. But what happens when your...

by Courtney Goblirsch Let’s talk about growling. For many dog owners, that low, rumbling sound can feel a little scary. It’s easy to...

by Heidi Atwood Puppies love our attention! In fact, most pups would love to be with their favorite people every minute of their day,...

By Barbara Cannon One of the most useful tools for training our dogs and puppies is targeting.  Targeting is easy to teach to most dogs...

by Courtney Goblirsch Does this sound familiar? You grab the leash and your pup suddenly bolts across the room. They look at you with...