Many dogs steal food. It is a habit that is not only bothersome to dog owners but also potentially dangerous to the dog. As a result, making an effort to stop counter surfing is crucial for keeping your dog safe and healthy. One of the best ways to stop a dog from counter surfing is to […] The post How to Stop Dogs From Counter-Surfing first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

Service dogs and emotional support dogs can offer amazing help to people of many different backgrounds. While both of these types of dogs are equally amazing, there are some major differences between the two. To put it most simply, service dogs provide a specific service for people that helps them live with a disability more easily. […] The post What is Difference Between a Service Dog and Emotional Support Dog? Which One Is Right For You or Your Loved One? first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

Dogs will need to use the bathroom even when it is dark outside. And on hot days you may not have a choice but to walk your dog late at night. Unfortunately, not everyone has the luxury of being able to let their dog into their backyard for a quick potty break before bed. Still, it […] The post Should I Walk My Dog at Night? Benefits Of Walking Your Dog At Night first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

Crate-training puppies can be tricky, especially when they are particularly needy. Sometimes hiccups occur during the crate training process, including training regression. Most of the time, crate training regression is a sign of issues occurring within the crate training process. However, health issues and separation anxiety can also lead to a puppy regress in training. Here we […] The post Why is My Puppy Regressing in Crate Training (and How To Stop It) first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

The holidays are an exciting time of year for dogs and humans alike. However, it can also be a stressful time. Sadly, some dogs will feel this stress more strongly than others. Most of getting your dog ready for holiday guests involves you making some alterations to your home. Brushing up on some essential commands […] The post 6 Steps to Get Your Dog Ready for Holiday Guests first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

All dogs love to sniff on walks. As a dog owner, there are some days that I cannot go a few steps without my Shiba Inu Cleo stopping to take a long sniff at a tree or rock. All dogs receive an extraordinary amount of information from their environment through scent. In fact, dogs have such […] The post Should I Let My Dog Sniff on Walks? first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

We have all been there. You go to pick up your adorable new puppy to give them a cuddle, and they give out a little menacing growl. This will leave many puppy owners bewildered and wondering why their puppy is rejecting this act of affection. While some puppies will play growl when you pick them up, […] The post How To Get a Puppy To Stop Growling When You Pick Them Up first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

When researching how to properly raise a puppy you have likely come across the term puppy socialization and have heard that it is very important. However, this term is actually much broader than many people think, and it involves more than just introducing your puppy to people and other dogs. So, what is puppy socialization […] The post How To Socialize a Puppy: Before Vaccinations, Fearful and Shy Puppies! first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

Crate training has quickly become one of the first things that I teach my dogs. In fact, I tend to acclimate my furry best friends to a crate almost as soon as I bring them home. There are several different reasons behind my doing this, all of which will be explained in this article. Crate training your […] The post How To Crate Train a Rescue Dog, According to a Dog Expert first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more

No one likes going to sit on the couch to find that their dog has just had an accident on it. This can be especially upsetting if this problem occurs often or is happening to your dog all of a sudden. So, how can you help stop your dog from having accidents? There are many different reasons […] The post How To Stop Dogs From Peeing on Furniture first appeared on iPupster.com ..read more