Buckle That Belt: Why You Need a Dog Car Seat
It would be appalling to think of a parent driving around with their child climbing freely in the backseat.
So why is it acceptable for...
Do Your Kids Know How to be Around Dogs?
Dogs are a big part of our lives, and if you're a parent with one or more children, you know that dogs are a...
Can Dogs Be Introverts or Extroverts?
It is well-known that people can either be introverts or extroverts, according to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. Even though there are 16 personality types...
Cannabis for Dogs: New Businesses in the US Pet Industry
Growing cannabis, or what we now more commonly refer to as marijuana or weed, is becoming a booming business in the United States, especially...
Let’s Talk: Traveling With Your Dog for Thanksgiving
Will you be taking a Thanksgiving road trip with your pooch this year? If you caught my column last week, you know that I...
Interview: Tips and Tricks for Family Dog Training
Each week I get the opportunity to speak with an expert in the pet industry, and this week I was fortunate enough to have...
How to Keep Your Dogs Safe on Daily Walks
There’s nothing like the fear that stabs your heart when you see your dog get attacked by two other dogs that are three times...
Cons of Operant Conditioning: Is Your Dog a Gambling Addict?
In the 70s, there was a lot of unrest accompanied by paranoia over a theory of behavior surfacing in psychology. Never mind that the...
Sunday’s Recap: The Importance of Cognitively Challenging Your Dog
Each week I read through blog posts and articles about a particular subject. Last week I decided to share some great info with you...
How Dog Owners Justify Training Dogs With Shock Collars
Infamous dog shock collars, or e-collars, are the most controversial training tool in the dog world. On one side there are the people who...
It’s Still Summer! Hit the Road with a Doggy Trailer
Bike riding is a fun way to get fresh air and get a good workout, especially in the summer months.
Exercising with your dog is...
Sunday’s Recap: Best Dog Supplies According to the Experts
Another Sunday is in the books! It was a chilly day here in Maine, and we spent most of the afternoon working on behavioral...
