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Taking your dog to the groomer is an important and necessary part of being a responsible pet parent. Groomers handle the yucky stuff like stinky coats, nail trims, ear wax build-up, and draining...

When you were in elementary school, did you love recess? I did. Park Crest Elementary had swings, see-saws, a huge submarine with two levels and perfect for climbing, and a rather large rocket ship...

She hears the shower turn on and patiently waits, swooping in as soon as we turn off the water. Then, she licks and licks and licks our legs until we tell her “STOP!”.  In the bed, sitting with...

Meet Stephanie Farrar, Owner of The Canine Cookie Company Ice Skating is her passion. She describes herself as a feminist. Her calling is to support women. She’s a mother and a grandmother. Her...

The dog training industry provides a wide range of skills and knowledge, which means there will unquestionably be a diverse range of opinions among trainers and others in the industry. If you survey...

The first question is: “Why is my dog barking?” Is the barking due to boredom? Fear? Separation anxiety? Demand barking? Keep in mind that dogs are going to bark; it’s a way they communicate, so...

We understand puppy socialization is critical, but how do we do it? Let me walk you through it! As we discussed in the last article, socializing your puppy properly is imperative to ensuring you...

Socializing your puppy properly is imperative to ensuring you will have a well-adjusted and happy pup. When socialized early, and appropriately, your puppy will be less likely to develop fears and...

Responsible pet owners want to know: “When do I start training my puppy?” Yesterday! Seriously--get started ASAP! It’s never too early to start training your puppy. What is puppy training?...