Back to School Isn’t Just for Kids: Why Fall Is a Great Time to Refresh Your Dog’s Training
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.
Don’t Wait: Why Early Puppy Socialization Is So Important
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.
Reading Your Dog’s Body Language: The Key to Understanding Behavior
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.
Why Puppies Nip, Bite, and Chew (and What to Do About It)
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.
Dog Training is About Progress, Not Perfection
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 small, you’re a lifelong learner. […]
How to Safely Socialize Your puppy (Part 2)
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 of age. While they are […]
How to Safely Socialize Your Puppy (Part 1)
For many families, bringing home a puppy can come with many new challenges, including crate training and walking on a leash. And, just as humans are social creatures, so are dogs! That’s why puppy socialization should be a core part of training when you bring home your adorable little pooch. Socialization helps your puppy grow […]
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Your Dog This Holiday Season
Celebrating the Holiday season with gifts isn’t only a people thing. Your furry good boy or girl deserves presents, too! At Pooch Pawsitive, we want to help you ensure that the gifts you give your dog are both safe and fun. Safety Tips For Giving Gifts To Your Dog As you do your Holiday shopping, […]
Helping Your Dog have a Stress-free Holiday
With the holidays coming up, there’s plenty of excitement in the air! You may be planning to throw a party (or parties!), attend a gathering (or three), or travel to see family and friends. By now, you’re probably used to all the things that go along with the festivities, including crowds and loud noises. For […]
How to Keep Your Dog Safe (and Happy!) This Halloween
We know that many of you like to go all-out: parties, costumes, trick-or-treating, pumpkin-carving, and lots of scary decorations. Others prefer to keep it mellow this time of year. But dogs don’t get a say in the matter. Costumes? Candy? Scary masks? Loud children? Halloween can be sensory overload for your pup! From costumes to […]