Service DogsWORKING DOGSWhat is a Service Dog? A service animal is “any guide dog, signal dog, or other animal that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability..." Read More Shaping Your Dog’s BehaviorBEHAVIORThere are many different training methods sworn to by various trainers. Which one is right for your dog? How do they all work? Read More Top Ten Most Annoying Dog Behaviors and How to Fix Them – Part OneTRAININGIf you have a dog, you likely have to deal with at least one annoying behavior from him. Read on for some tips on how to deal with the most common aggravations. Read More Basic Obedience Training for Your DogBASIC TRAININGOne of your biggest jobs as a dog guardian is to keep your dog safe, and the best way to do this is to train your dog to obey the basic commands so he stays under your control at all times. Read More Therapy DogsDOG JOBSHave you ever wondered what goes into making a great Therapy Dog? Check out this informative article that explains how a dog can become a therapy dog. Read More Socializing Your DogTRAININGNo, socializing doesn’t mean teaching your dog which fork to use at dinner parties or how to walk with a book on his head. Dog socialization involves teaching your dog to respond in a healthy way to things that make him anxious or frightened. Read More Public Service DogsDOG JOBSWe’ve all seen dogs who serve the public, whether as fire house mascots, police dogs, arson dogs, or armed services dogs. Have you ever stopped to think about why these dogs are used, where they come from or how they are trained? Wonder no more! This article will answer all of these questions, as well as some you haven’t even thought of yet! Read More Therapy Dog TrainingDOG JOBSIf you're thinking about getting involved in pet therapy, there is a lot to consider before embarking on this challenging and rewarding pursuit. Read More Help! – My Dog Won’t Stop BarkingTRAININGIf your dog is constantly barking, there are some things you can do to address it. Read More Top 10 Puppy Training TipsTRAININGA quick list of how-to's to get your puppy's education off to a winning start. Read More HousebreakingTRAININGHousetraining your new dog can be frustrating, but it's important to be consistent and start early, as that will help Puppy learn the rules more quickly. Read More |