Pet dog training and behavior modification
As a dog trainer, I understand and acknowledge the influence that a poor diet can have on a dog’s health and overall behavior. That’s why having a good food for my personal dogs is so critical to me, and why I started taking it upon myself last year to provide
Dogs are inquisitive creatures who are born scavengers and voracious eaters. By nature, dogs and particularly puppies, use their senses of sight, smell, and taste to explore the world. They eat a variety of strange things that make no sense or even seem repulsive to most of us. And some dogs
What are dietary supplements? Dietary supplements are substances that you can eat to add nutrients to your diet, fill gaps in your diet, or to reduce your risk of developing health problems associated with nutritional deficiency. Supplements come in many forms, including pills, capsules, powders, gel capsules and tablets, extracts,
Backyard breeding is a method of dog breeding that is named for being done “at home,” typically by regular dog owners with little expertise, experience, or instruction. Many types of litters fall under this backyard breeding umbrella, generally categorized into passive and active-type breeders. Passive breeders, while not going out
Fleas are an order of very small brown blood-sucking parasites containing over 2,000 different species. Fleas (along with ticks) are the most common external parasites in household pets, and can infest dogs at any time of the year. They are a serious direct health problem to your pet, and when
Disclaimer: We are behavioral trainers and not veterinarians. This post is for informational purposes only and does not replace treatment from a licensed veterinarian. If you’re familiar with us at Lugaru K9 Training, you probably know that I spend a few of my earlier years working with animal shelters. This
If the muzzle of your dog is turning gray, this is a sign that it may be entering the stage of senior dogs. Just like humans, aging is a normal process for dogs and happens gradually over time. The age at which a dog will be considered a senior member
DNA Testing in Dogs DNA is an abbreviation of “Deoxyribonucleic acid.” It is the hereditary material (in humans and almost all other organisms) that they receive from their parents. DNA is passed from generation to generation in all organisms and contains information for development, growth, temperament and reproduction, medical predispositions,
Learn more…How Dog DNA Testing Benefits Your Pet’s Health and Happiness
In the winter and especially around the holiday season, many beautiful flowering plants are easily available; and people love to bring these charming plants to decorate and fill their homes with natural scents and holiday atmosphere. But be careful if you have a pet dog at home. Curious dogs can