by Lisa Deal | Jan 12, 2023 | Socialization, Tips
I want to take a few minutes to talk about “reactive dogs” since we seem to be seeing more of them in the “covid puppy” set. These are 1.5 to now 3 yr old dogs who are leash reactive or fear reactive. This could look like your dog lunging, barking, growling at the...
by Lisa Deal | Aug 5, 2022 | Tips, Uncategorized
With summer in full swing here in Illinois, the weather is just HOT.. like all the time. Like most dog owners, we try to schedule walks and exercise for our dogs during the coolest parts of the day, usually in the early mornings or evenings when the pavement...
by Clay Deal | May 12, 2022 | Chewing
How long is too long for summer? I swear I’m a dog, not a mop! Looking for the best summer hairdo? Summer is finally here! Or is it? Hard to tell here in IL since its 80 and sunny one day and 59 and rainy the next… anyway, for the purposes of this post,...
by Lisa Deal | Dec 29, 2017 | Exercise, Tips
Your dog needs daily exercise, just like you, but how MUCH exercise does a dog actually need? Well, according to www.petmd.com dogs should get between 30 minutes and 2 hours of daily exercise. The working, herding and sporting breeds require more exercise than some of...
by Lisa Deal | Dec 2, 2017 | Tips
Ask your dog to work for his food, even if that is just performing a simple “sit” command. This will reinforce your role as the leader. Nuisance barking is one of the most annoying things your dog can do. Aside from just giving you a headache, it can make...
by Lisa Deal | Nov 18, 2017 | Potty Training, Tips
Oops! I had another accident! Whether you’ve just gotten a new puppy or you’ve adopted a dog from a shelter, you’re going to need to potty train your new furry friend. Especially with young puppies, potty training can be a frustrating process, but we’ve got a few tips...
