Puppy biting is one of the most common and frustrating puppy issues. Although it is a totally natural process, many dog owners are a bit overwhelmed by their puppy’s behavior and often ask if heavy biting is already aggression. I’ve got good news and bad news. The former is that puppy biting is normal, the … Read more
Teaching a new puppy the concept of a leash takes time and they should be properly introduced to it. Walking nicely on a leash doesn’t come naturally to dogs and requires a lot of patience. The idea of only walking beside you and not jumping all over the place is quite weird to some dogs. … Read more
When I got my first puppy, one of the first things my breeder and vet recommended to me was getting worm treatment for my dog. But why and how do dogs get worms? Especially newborn puppies have a high risk of getting infected with worms from the milk of their mother. Sometimes they can already … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Dr. Linda Simon.
Whether your own dog is pregnant or you’re just a potential buyer interested in the process, waiting for puppies can be a very exciting time. If you’re looking for a puppy, make sure you ask your breeder these questions. The same applies to you if you’re a breeder. Make sure to pair any dog with … Read more
A good while ago, I brought my new puppy home. It was very exciting and I was so nervous if she would like her new place. Imagine living with your littermates and parents for 8 weeks and then suddenly you are being taken away by strangers and separated for the first time. This is one … Read more
When I got my Rottweiler puppy, crate training her was the number one solution to a (relatively) stress-free night. It seems simple – your puppy is in a warm, safe place, unable to wander around and wake everybody up. But most importantly, it will keep him from peeing everywhere or starting a toy rampage. Why … Read more
Everybody knows that it needs a bit more than just a passion for dogs if you want to learn how to become a dog trainer. That being said, to this date there’s no federal or state certification required – meaning anyone can call themselves a “dog trainer”. However, there are some qualifications you can obtain … Read more