Cooler air and outdoor fall activities mean you may be taking your dog outside more during this time of year. Some basic cues to consider refreshing include “sit,” “stay,” and “off.” Refreshing your dog’s training now also gives you plenty of time to prepare for upcoming winter parties.

The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) believes that puppies should begin socializing in their first three months of life – even before they’ve completed all their vaccinations. Socialization during these early months is of the utmost importance, as dogs are more likely to be surrendered to shelters if they aren’t well-socialized.

Dogs use their whole bodies to show you how they feel. While there are many things your dog will do to express themselves, the biggest things to look at are their ears and tails. Once you understand your dog’s emotional state, you can help them cope when they feel scared or anxious.

Puppies nip, bite, and chew as a normal part of teething, exploration, and play. Early socialization with other puppies helps teach bite inhibition and appropriate play behavior during a critical stage of development.

Think about the last time you learned something new. Perhaps you’re working your way through a foreign language app or watching YouTube videos to master a new hobby. Maybe you’ve gone back to school to earn a degree. No matter what it is, for work or for fun, big or

Last time we wrote about safely socializing your puppy to the things of our world.  Look out for your pup’s body language to make sure he’s feeling comfortable and not fearful or stressed. The best time to start socializing your puppy to other dogs and people is at 8 weeks