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How to Make Your Puppy Love Their Crate
How to Make Your Puppy Love Their Crate Not all dogs instantly embrace the idea of a crate, but with a little patience and a lot of love, you can teach your furry friend to adore their Zen Den. In...
Why Does My Dog Eat Dirt and Then Throw Up
Is Your Furry Friend Turning Your Yard into a Dirt Buffet During Playtime? Discover Why Does My Dog Eat Dirt and Then Throw Up - And How to Put a Stop to It! Picture this: You're out in the yard,...
Puppy Training:The Six Foundation Commands to Teach Your Puppy
Commands to Teach Bringing a new puppy into your life is an exciting and rewarding experience, but it also comes with a set of challenges. One of the keys to raising a well-behaved and...
Take My Dog To the Park
We are fortunate to have many Toronto dog parks in our area. Most are just a short drive away. I love to take my dog for an off-leash walk in the ravines.
Why Is My Dog Clingy? How To Help Your Velcro Dog Become More Independent
Does your dog follow you from room to room? Does it seem like they always need to be as close to you as possible? While dogs are known for getting very attached to their human family members,...
How To Stop Your Dog From Escaping Your Yard
Are you having trouble keeping your dog in your yard? Whether you keep your dog contained in a fenceless boundary or they have been able to hop over or dig under a fence, it’s dangerous for them to...
Why Your Dog Won’t Walk & How to Address It
Does your dog freeze in place, refusing to move forward when you go for on-leash walks? While walking your dog should be fun and relaxing, it can be frustrating when they don’t cooperate. It can...
How To Brush Your Dog’s Teeth
If you’re like over 90% of dog owners, you do not brush your dog’s teeth on a regular basis. It’s tough. Most dogs do not naturally enjoy having the insides of their mouths poked and prodded, and...
How To Stop Repeating Yourself When Training Your Dog
Do you have to repeat yourself several times before your dog listens? It doesn’t have to be that way. You can teach your dog to respond to the first cue while making training more fun for the both...
Training Your Large Breed Puppy To Be A Well-Mannered Family Dog
What could be sweeter than a large breed puppy. Those clumsy, oversized paws, that big, disproportionate head, those floppy, velvety ears - perfection! As sweet as your new pup can be, they...
How To Prevent Your Dog From Running Out The Front Door
Does your dog try to flee every time you open your front door? Though it’s hard for some dogs to resist the temptation to door dash, you can use reward-based training to prevent this dangerous...
Help, My Dog Herds My Family!
Whether you have a heeler, a corgi, a shepherd, or a collie in your family, you’ve most likely struggled with the woes of a talented sheep dog out of their element. They may chase your kids when...
Should I Crate My Dog During The Day While I’m At Work?
Does your dog tend to get into mischief when you’re away? Do you worry that they’ll get into something dangerous when they’re not under supervision? Crating isn’t just for nighttime, and it’s not...
Help, Is My Dog Dumb?
Do you feel like your dog is falling behind? You might compare them to other dogs, especially those you’ve raised in the past, and wonder why they don’t seem to be picking up the same skills. You...
Dog Obsessed With Squirrels?
Does your dog have trouble listening in the presence of their favourite forest critters? If your dog is obsessed with squirrels, it might be impossible to get their attention in the fall when the...