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Why are group classes beneficial?
When training dogs, it all looks pretty and perfect when it is in the comfort of the dogs own home. Now let’s take the dog that is trained in the comfort of its home, and try asking for behaviors...
Lyme Disease in Dogs
Did you know that May is the Lyme Disease prevention month? With summer approaching and tick season in the near, we wanted to give out extra information to be prepared! Lyme Disease in dogs is one of the most common transmitted disease by Ticks. Lyme disease...
Don’t Take This to Heart: Heartworm Awareness Month
It's April and here in South Florida it's already hot and rainy; mosquito season. Most of us are aware of parasites like fleas and ticks being an issue for our dogs. They can transmit diseases or carry tapeworm, so we're diligent about a monthly preventative to help...
Puppy Love: What to Expect When you Bring a Puppy Home
There's no doubt puppies are adorable. Who doesn't love those soft bright eyes and warm bellies? It makes you just want to take one home. If you're planning on adding a brand new baby dog to your family, there are some things you should keep in mind. Puppies don't...
Challenge Accepted: Dog Training Education Month
January was National Train Your Dog Month, so it's only fitting that February is Dog Training Education Month. What's the difference? Well, getting a jump start on your pup's training vs. putting your skills (and your dog's) to the test! Educating yourself about...
Make Every Year the Year of the Dog
A new year means new beginnings and a fresh start for new goals. So, for this New Year let's train more! Maybe you got a new puppy, or perhaps your puppy is now an unruly adult. Whichever it is, we're here and ready to give Fido some fresh perspective. January is...
Howliday Safety 101
For every pampered pup this holiday season there’s bits and baubles to be on the look out for. Be aware of these things to keep your pooch safe and out of trouble. Make sure the tinkling tinsel, wires, and glass ornaments are out of Fido’s reach. Pets often break,...
Dog Sports! But Why?
Since the recent banning of the greyhound races in Florida (the 41st state to execute this ban) the world has begun to ask itself a question. Why dog sports? As time has gone on there's less instances of dogs doing what they were bred to do. Hunt, guard, bait,...
He Doesn’t Do It if I Don’t Have Treats: The Food Reward Dilemma
A big misconception in reward based dog training is that positive trainers keep treats on them all the time and their animals refuse to perform if there's no cookie present. Although there are some trainers out there that do carry cookies on them consistently, that's...
Positive Reinforcement: The Reality of Dog Training
Within the dog training community there's a lot of misconceptions about the term positive reinforcement. In addition, the image and idea it delivers to pet owners causes the true identity of the term to become muddled. Positive Reinforcement is the addition of...
Handle It! Canine Agility In Perspective
During last year, we got a few people to scratch the addictive itch we professional competitors refer to as Agility. This sport is an international sensation with it's own version of a World Cup event where teams from different countries compete to see who's at the...
The Curse of the Secret Squirrel: Prey Drive in Dogs
When we begin training with our dogs, at the forefront of our mind, is usually basic obedience. In our eyes, Fido needs to be able to sit, lie down, and stay. During this dedicated process we sometimes forget that dogs are innate hunters and love to chase. Soon...
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