Our grandpup, Daisy, is a high energy dog. When she is bored, or does not have enough exercise, she is destructive. Our daughter and son-in-law have spent an enormous amount of time talking with dog trainers, vets, and behavior specialists to learn how to meet Daisy’s needs. Is your pup high energy? Here are a […]
Taking simple precautions can help you and your furbaby enjoy the dog days of summer. Protect Your Pets From UV Rays Many dogs and cats love to soak up sun rays. Just like humans, our pets, especially those with white or light coats, can sunburn. Limit your pet’s sun exposure and use pet-friendly sunscreen (tips […]
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 anal glands. To prepare your pup for a grooming experience, specific habits need to start at home so your dog will know […]
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 with three levels and a slide! In McKinney, dogs have a great playground at the Bonnie Wenk Dog Park. Bonnie Wenk […]
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 us on the sofa, playing on the floor…. Sasha licks arms, legs, faces…whatever she can find. WHY […]
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 favorite dog breed? German Shepherd. Stephanie Farrar is co-owner of The Canine Cookie Company in downtown McKinney. For 18 years, The Canine […]
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 a group of people regarding a problem with your dog, then you will most likely receive as many answers as there are […]
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 make sure your expectations are realistic. Dog barking that is constant, excessive, fear-based, or aggressive can become a problem and […]
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 will have a well-adjusted, balanced dog. Early socialization puts you a step ahead and gives your dog a better chance at […]
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 anxieties because you have invested the time to positively expose her/him to situations she will experience throughout life. Socializing your puppy and teaching her/him […]