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Secrets for Socializing a Puppy, According to a Dog Specialist

Socializing is a critical task when you bring a new pup into your home. But there are good and bad ways to approach dog...

Why mental enrichment is so important for dogs

Just like us, dogs can get bored, frustrated, anxious and depressed due to lack of mental stimulation. This article looks at why mental enrichment...

Social enrichment ideas for cats

If your cat responds negatively to change, she may need some social enrichment! Here are a few techniques to try. Cats are notoriously creatures of...

3 steps to a well-socialized dog

Many dogs are poorly socialized as puppies, leading to over-reactive behaviors in adulthood. The good news is that you can vastly improve your dog’s...

Doggy play dates

Want to join or organize a playgroup for your dog? Take these tips and tactics into consideration before setting your first date. It used...

Does your dog get to play with other dogs?

As pack animals, dogs are social animals. This means the average canine thrives on having regular play dates with others of his kind. Find...

7 ways to socialize your dog

Part of raising a healthy, happy dog is making sure you socialize him! Not sure where to begin? Here’s a few pointers. When you bring...

How to throw a doggone good dog party

Follow these tips to throw a memorable dog party for your canine companion! Did you know there is a National Dog Party Day? If you...

4 reasons to enroll your new puppy in a training class

You adopted a puppy – congratulations! Once you’ve gotten a chance to get to know one another, consider enrolling him in a training class....

Top 10 guard dogs

A guard dog is many things. He is protective, friendly and obedient, but most of all he is loyal to his companion. Check out this list of...

Avoiding danger at dog parks

Who doesn’t enjoy taking their dogs to local dog parks? It’s a great place for exercise and socializing, but there are also some potential...

Social well-being for dogs

Companionship and social well-being are as vital to his quality of life as food, water and shelter. My mother is an animal lover. That’s why she...

Understanding anxiety and aggression in dogs and cats

Why are anxiety and aggression so common in dogs and cats, and how can they be resolved? About three years ago, our Irish setter Coral...

Meridian tapping techniques to heal your dog

Heal your dog with Meridian tapping. People, dogs and all other living beings on the planet are animated by a flow of energy through their...

Is your dog antisocial?

Sometimes rescue dogs haven't been properly socialized. If this sounds like your pooch, don't fret. There are steps you can take to resolve her...

What to do if your dog hates being picked up

Have a small dog that gets fidgety every time he's picked up? Here's what he's trying to tell you. Whether your dog gets wriggly or...

How to properly touch your dog

Dogs don’t just tolerate human touch – most thrive on it. In fact, the way we touch our dogs profoundly impacts the way they...