Puppy Behavior

Almost every puppy parent has been there: the heartbreaking sound of their new fur baby crying or whining from inside a crate. It’s a challenge for both the puppy and the owner. And the big question you want answered is, “Why is my puppy crying in the crate?” Before you throw in the towel and…

Did you know that decompression walks can be a game-changer for your dog’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being? Today, I want to share the exciting world of decompression walks for dogs, how they can provide unparalleled benefits for both your furry friend and you, and how to do them safely. Get ready to revolutionize your…

Ok, you’re probably desperate for some help with that puppy biting. Most new puppy owners find this phase the most challenging of all. I get it, and I’m here to help! Let’s start right away with one tip on what NOT to do. Don’t speak! Yes, really! Do NOT do what humans naturally want to…

You and your family are excited about adding a new puppy to the family! But did anyone ask your current dog about this? Even if your dog is socialized well and gets along with other dogs, introducing a new puppy to your existing dog can be tricky. Everyone wants a happy home, especially your family…

It’s time to bring a new puppy into the family, and everyone seems so excited! But what about your cat? Do you know how to introduce a puppy to a cat, so it’s a positive experience for everyone involved? Cats can sometimes be wonderfully aloof and unperturbed about much. So, of course, you would imagine…

Puppy separation anxiety happens when a puppy becomes stressed out about being left alone and the symptoms can actually begin before you leave the house. You might notice that your dog starts to pant, pace, whine, bark, or shake as you’re preparing to leave. Or you might come home to find that your adorable little…

Updated: December 21, 2021 Why Do Dogs Hate Fireworks and Other Loud Noises? Dogs have incredible hearing and can detect many sounds that humans cannot. In fact, in some instances, your dog’s hearing can be 100 times more sensitive than yours. So normal, every day sounds like the vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, power drill, or…

Puppy jumping can seem so cute when your puppy is small. Who doesn’t love feeling that there’s someone in this world who is super excited to see them? Puppies are small, curious, and excited to learn about EVERYTHING! So they often jump up to get a better look at things that are out of reach.…

Help! My puppy is chewing on EVERYTHING! “Don’t chew on that!” “What do you have?!” “Mom, the dog destroyed my new backpack!” Brand new puppy owners know the frustrations of living with a canine land shark. Things get destroyed, hands and feet are scratched and we often wonder if the pup ingested something that could…