Have you ever considered how the coat of a poodle is evolutionarily designed to protect them as they hunt waterfowl? Their dense, curly fur not only makes them appear elegant but requires meticulous grooming to prevent matting. On the other hand, a boxer, with its short, sleek coat, may seem low-maintenance but still demands regular…
Helping Your Pup Stay Calm: A Guide to Managing Separation Anxiety in Dogs This article provides an overview of separation anxiety in dogs, including its causes, symptoms, prevention strategies, training techniques, and the use of toys, environmental enrichment, medication, and professional help to manage and overcome separation anxiety. Overview of Separation Anxiety in Dogs Separation…
Dealing with Dog Skin Ailments Naturally Dogs get skin ailments just as humans do. You can’t ask your pet how it feels; you can only observe his behavior and treat the outward symptoms. If you are accustomed to seeking out natural remedies for yourself, it won’t surprise you to know that pet skin disorders can…
How to feed your dog is an age-old debate that we get asked about weekly at our dog training facility in Northern Virginia. I will give you my personal opinion on this subject, and just to be fair, I will give you some of the pro’s and con’s of each. My personal belief is…
A common question our dog trainers in Northern Virginia get asked is, “Are tennis balls dangerous for my dog?” The answer is yes and no, it really depends on how you view this subject. After reading below, you decide. Do Tennis Balls Contain Toxic Dye? No. Know that tennis balls no longer contain toxic die…
