To you, home is a peaceful, safe haven. To your dog, it’s a battlefield of invisible enemies and suspicious objects that must be barked at, sniffed aggressively, or charged head-on at full speed. From harmless packages to fluttering curtains, your dog is constantly on high alert — ready to protect you from the most laughably…
A daily walk should give your dog a chance to sniff, explore, and experience the world. But when pulling, barking, or overexcitement takes over, that walk can quickly become frustrating. Working with an experienced dog trainer in Kansas City can help by teaching the skills needed before those difficult situations happen. Why Better Walks…
Actors Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling are expanding their family! People magazine reported that Mendes revealed she and Gosling have another furry friend named Charlie in a July 31 Instagram upload. The post showed Mendes smiling brightly next to Charlie and her other dog, Magic. In the caption of the post, Mendes, who has two…
Parents, if your family includes a baby, toddler or young child and a dog, prevent problems with this important lesson to practice with your dog. Dog Success Stations (coined by my teacher/mentor Jen Shryock of Family Paws) prevent problem behaviors BEFORE those behaviors become a THING. Teaching your dog to settle on a mat behind…
Meet sweet adoptable deaf Australian Shepherd mix (may have some boxer in him) Blue who is a 5 year old deaf dog looking for a loving forever home with someone who will cherish him and always keep him safe From his caregiver: Blue is a five year old, 74lb Deaf, Australian Shepard mix will be…
Imagine this. You’re on a beautiful forest trail. Your Dachshund happily trots ahead, nose buried in the leaves, tail wagging, clearly in their element. They pause to sniff a fallen log, climb over it, and continue exploring. Then a thought flashes through your mind: “What if they hurt their back?” So you call them back….
Colitis is common in dogs and can be caused by anything from eating something they shouldn’t or internal parasites to inflammatory bowel disease or cancer. Credit: NataKor | Getty Images Colitis is an inflammatory condition of the colon (also known as the large intestine) that causes diarrhea. It is a common illness that will likely…
When people say their dog hates the car, I always want to ask one question: What part of the car ride? My Dachshund, Otter, doesn’t hate the car. He happily jumps into my SUV, enjoys neighborhood drives, and is usually comfortable while we travel through town at lower speeds. Then we merge onto the highway….
Meet Ellie adoptable deaf Labrador Ellie who is looking for a very special home with someone who will cherish her, become her new best friend and always keep her safe. From her caregiver: Ellie is a 4-year-old, 55-pound black Labrador looking for the perfect forever home. She is exceptionally gentle, affectionate, and easy to…
We love our dogs. Deeply, irrationally, and with a level of devotion usually reserved for soulmates and celebrities we’ve never met. But what if we told you your furry best friend isn’t as innocent as they seem? That’s right — your dog might be gaslighting you. It starts subtly. A missing sandwich. A mysteriously overturned…
