

Keeping Toddlers Safe Around Pets
Kids and pets don’t always get along. In fact, a disproportionate number of dog bites happen to toddlers – which isn’t all that...


Yes, I Said Anal. Here's Everything You Didn't Know You Needed To Know About Anal Glands.
One of the less-than joyful parts of pet ownership is dealing with your dog's rear end.


Retractable Leashes, The Risks Outweigh The Benefits
Recently I was on a walk around the lake with one of my besties when we encountered a woman coming towards us with a very cute dog at the...


Does Your Pet Need Gua Sha?
I am huge fan of facial gua sha—a form of facial massage using a smooth handheld tool, often made of rose quartz, jade or bian stone—to...


Chew Ideas For Teething Puppies
Providing a variety of different chews for your puppy is essential


Ouch! My Puppy Is Teething!
Unfortunately, puppies come equipped with teeth, and they are too young to understand when and how to use them.


How Murray Almost Got The Best of Us
Murray has taught me a lot about dogs. Until I met Murray I was under the impression that with a little guidance and socialization all...


R.E.S.P.E.C.T, find out what it means to your dog.
Have you ever wondered if your dog respects you? Do you worry that your dog won’t respect you if..


My Dog Eats Poop Like It's Soft Serve
It's true. Well, not my dog, but one of the dogs that I care for . He doesn't seem to mind it but let's be real, it's suuuuper gross,...


Harness the Power of the Harness
The biggest benefit of a harness is that when paired with proper leash skills it eliminates the pressure on your dog's neck or throat,...


Treat Training Tips For Dogs That Go Bonkers
Help! My dog gets too excited around treats! Are you up for using treats, but having problems because your dog loses his mind as soon as...


Dog Training Methods: Do They Matter?
You want to get the best possible training for your dog, but you don’t know where to start. There are so many options! Your friends,...


A Few Ways To Support Animal Shelters In Need
Of course, the best way to support an animal shelter is to make a shelter pet a new addition to your own family. But even if you choose...


Is Your Dog Buzz-Killing Your At-Home Workout?
Lets face it, at-home workouts are here to stay- for the next several months, or longer. If you are like most of my clients, your pup...


Let's Talk About Gut Microbiome
We are learning more and more about how gut health affects our overall health and wellness as humans, and the same is true for our pets....


Pack Dog Walks Are A Booming Business, But Is It The Right Choice For Your Dog?
Since I started caring for dogs in 2009, the dog walking business has boomed. In the last five years especially, everywhere you look you...


Sure, Positive Reinforcement Works For Some Things, But...
As it turns out, you don’t have to use harsh methods if your dog is large, or strong – or even if the behavior is scary and dangerous.


Myths Of A Shelter Dog
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog month! Pet adoption rates have soared this year, a small upside of the coronavirus pandemic


Air-Purifying, Pet-Friendly House Plants
Unfortunately there are many house plants that can be toxic to our pets.


Setting Puppies up for Success with The Power of Choice
It’s exciting and fun to live with a puppy—but it can also be a lot of work. Puppies aren’t born understanding human rules.