In our last post we talked about what separation anxiety is and about some of its causes. Let’s now talk about some of the ways to prevent it as well as some ways to help your dog deal with this issue if he/she already suffers from it. Separation anxiety...
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...
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...
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...
Lisa Deal, Creekside Doodles We’ve been on the topic of nuisance behaviors this week and another super annoying behavior is jumping. Have you ever gone to a friend or family member’s house only to have their dog accost you at the door, jumping up to get in your face...
