7 Dog Training Myths Debunked We think everyone needs to know the truth about these common dog training misconceptions. Some of these can be sensitive subjects, especially #5, #6, & #7 because they are often spread by people who are well-meaning, but misinformed. If dogs could talk, I wonder what they would tell us about…

Who Is Watching Your Dog? Our close-knit staff has something very special in common with our clients. We love their dogs! We look forward to spending time with our buddies who come in regularly and are always excited when we see faces that only visit for boarding and daycare once or a few times per year. We…

Do You Know About This Epidemic That Is Affecting Over 50% of U.S. Dogs? 54% of dogs in the United States are overweight or obese. Here’s the thing though: only 17% of owners with overweight or obese dogs agree with their veterinarian’s assessment. Part of me understands this. We love our dogs and would never…

One Simple Way to Save Money on Veterinary Bills We all know how expensive our beloved pooches can be, but one look from those puppy eyes or little nuzzle instantly reminds us that they are worth every penny. There is one expense that just isn’t as exciting as buying them that cool new leash and collar…

When Should I Start Training My Puppy? Note: This post was originally written just before Spring’s arrival. We will be welcoming Spring again before we know it! In the meantime, we know many puppies will be joining families during the holiday season, and we are excited to continue meeting puppies who joined the family in…

Breaking Into the Field… You’ve made your decision.  You know you want to work with dogs, build your knowledge, gain experience and get paid.  You have convinced yourself, now you must convince a prospective employer that you are a worthy candidate.  For many great dog professionals, this is a daunting task.  First, you must do…

No matter which dog-related profession you choose, the best way to find your niche is to get some direct dog experience, beyond your relationship with your own pets in your own home. There are several ways to do this which require little or no preparation: Volunteer at a shelter Work for a friend or neighbor…

Does This Sound Like You? I’ve been drawn to dogs from a young age I’m a lifelong dog lover I can’t stay away from dogs no matter where I encounter them I have had one or more family dogs I sometimes relate better to dogs than people I have a talent for getting dogs to…

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