Grooming your dog regularly is essential not only for his appearance but it also gives you a chance to make sure he is free of parasites, fleas, ticks and other things that can cause him harm. It may be a bit of a pain but you should try and groom your dog at least once [...]

Adding a new dog to your family can be a cumbersome yet rewarding job! For your home and family to run smoothly with the inclusion of your new furry family member, you will need to train him early on to live in his new human world! There are three important words to remember and use [...]

Many people don’t realize the health risk for your dog if his teeth are not cared for. It is very much like that of our human teeth. Many health risks and problems can occur to your dog’s teeth and gums when not properly cared for. Dental care is just as necessary for your dog’s health [...]

Cleaning your dog’s ears can be a bit frustrating but its an essential part of good health. Most dogs do not like having to sit still. However, it is important to keep your dog’s ears clean to help prevent potential health hazards such as ear mites, ear infections and wax build up (which in turn [...]

The distinction between dog training and control is most times too easily lost. Using commands and hand gestures, with leashes or treats, to solicit desired behavior is training. Using choke or ‘no-bark’ collars, electronic fences and similar devices on your dog is for control. Control isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Dogs naturally have and seek [...]

Dogs bite more than 4.7 million people per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), . Lawsuits, medical bills and sometimes dog euthanasia are common results from this unwanted – and often avoidable – behavior. As with any dog training issue, how easy or difficult it is to train a dog [...]