When done safely, tug can be a great game to engage your puppy ..read more

Medicating and cleaning ears and eyes are procedures that many pets will need at some point in their lives. Learn about using the station to teach your pet about treatments ..read more

Trainers, their facility, and their staff should be thoroughly researched before you send your dog away to stay at a board and train facility ..read more

This method is based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), which helps you understand, predict, and modify your pet's actions to improve communication and solve behavior problems ..read more

Confining your dog to a crate can have its benefits, but crate training is not ideal for all dogs. In the past, it was thought that dogs preferred crates because of their “den-like” atmosphere; however, observations of free-ranging dogs show their preferences would vary from open fields to smaller, enclosed areas that were sometimes well-lit. Only pregnant females would seek out dens as a space to safely give birth and protect their young afterward.  Confinement spaces should never be used for punishment. A puppy’s confinement space is their safe place. If used for punishment, confinement ..read more

Cooperative care teaches veterinary staff, caregivers, and animal trainers how to communicate effectively with and support the emotional well-being of the individual pet based on that pet’s specific needs and progress ..read more

If your pet already knows how to station for other training, you are one step ahead of the game as your pet has some foundational skills. If not, it is a fun skill for all pets to learn ..read more

How do you know if it is time to talk to your veterinarian about behavioral medications ..read more

Tips to help you teach your new best friend good toileting habits ..read more

All pets will need grooming and veterinary care at some point in their lives. Setting up a predictable treatment station for your pet will help decrease stress ..read more