The heel command is an important part of K9 dog training. All dogs that are going to enter competitions or dog shows need to know this very basic command. During the ‘heel’ position, your dog walks on your (the handler’s) left side close to your legs. He must also keep his head up and eyes on your face. Your dog’s shoulders must be level Continue Reading

There are many smart small dogs and more and more families in the United States prefer small to medium dogs which are easy to train. Among 400 different dog breeds found across the world, there are many smart small dog breeds each with its unique set of traits, natural behaviors and ways of learning. Dogs can of course be trained but it Continue Reading

If your dog spends considerable time out in the yard, you might want to ensure that his stay there is a pleasant one. You will be surprised to know how many owners leave their dogs in yards with nothing there but gravel. Boredom is the worst enemy of a young dog and it can encourage bad behaviors like chewing furniture, barking, digging Continue Reading

Every aspect of dog training should start with a firm intention: what exactly do you want your dog to do (or not do). For example, some people don’t mind if their dog sleeps on the couch; others do not want their pet to even look at the furniture let alone sit on it! If you remain inconsistent about these rules, you will end up having a Continue Reading

Many pet owners give up their pets after they have had a baby. You hear them justify their action by saying things like “Oh, our dog was obsessed with the baby,” or “the dog peed every time we would give our attention to baby-it was getting too much!”, or that the “dog was aggressive towards the baby”. These situations can totally be Continue Reading

Most people, when they decide to get a dog, imagine long sunny afternoons spent walking or playing fetch with their pets and cozy winter evenings spent with the little one sleeping near the fireplace. While most households eventually get there, there is a bit of work involved. Just like new parents never imagine the diaper changing and Continue Reading

Some dogs are friendly with other dogs and humans. However, some dogs, irrespective of their breed, are always aggressive and the aggression extends to humans and other dogs as well. As a pet parent, you must socialize your dog from an early age; that means, while he is still a puppy. Early socializing can help prevent aggression and many Continue Reading

When you bring home a dog, you are naturally committed to its physical and mental well being. However, there often arises a situation where you are left wondering ‘what will I do with my dog’? That is where a dog boarding facility can come to your rescue. However, it is not always easy as several factors need to be considered before you Continue Reading