Pet dog training and behavior modification
When it comes to housetraining any dog, the truth of the matter is it is simply going to take a little longer when you’re training a puppy. This is for a number of reasons. Older dogs are generally going to have better control of their bladders than would a puppy,
A few months back, I happened upon a post online in a dog training group in which I occasionally participate. I should have scanned past it like I do with most other posts, but I saw an opportunity to answer what I thought was a genuine query, so took a
When I was little and living on the East Coast, I remember going to the local shelter with my mom to pick out a pet dog. It was the first dog I was going to have since the German Shepherd mix we’d had (since before I was born) passed away.
It can happen in a moment. You turned your back for a moment or got distracted, and now there’s a mess on your floor. You let out a groan or stiffen up, and immediately look over to your dog. There they are, looking at you with wide eyes and head
During the last decade, a lot of research has been carried out on the topics of how dogs visually perceive their environment, and a dog vision has become a topic which has been a constant source of study. Throughout myths and misconceptions, tests and trials, and anecdotal speculation, we’ve actually
Vitamins are biological compounds or micro-nutrients needed to perform many vital biological functions in the body and for growth and maintenance by all living organisms, and dogs are no exception. The AKC (American Kennel Club) has included vitamin D in the list of seven essential vitamins for dogs. “Essential vitamin”
I talk about food a lot here on the Lugaru K9 Training blog. I make dog food from scratch for all of my personal dogs. I test different types of high-quality kibbles and commercial pet foods. I talk eating patterns, dog treats for training, and how our pets’ food influences
In my article, How to Potty Train Any Dog, I discuss the basic and nearly universal process to housetraining dogs of all breeds, sizes, and age. Don’t expect a tap on the shoulder. Some dogs give obvious signs that they need to go out, but many dogs give only subtle
Dogs look and feel their best gorgeous when they have healthy skin and glossy fur. Everyone loves a smooth and shiny coat, and this is also an indication that your pet is enjoying good health. Getting to touch the soft and silky coat of your pet is not only enjoyable;
Every once in a while, I find a space that’s safe enough to let my personal dogs off-leash for a structured walk. I put away the leashes and walk through trails or parks or beaches, with my dogs still in a heel at my side or slightly behind me. It’s