As dog owners, the idea of training reads as having a definitive end point. Once the dog is trained there is nothing else to do and we can all live a happy life. However, just as a person never stops learning as they grow, animals continue to mature and have new...
Dogs are amazing companions, but not every breed is suited to every household, and unfortunately cuteness isn’t going to give your puppy a free pass forever. Picking the right breed or breed mix (if you’re rescuing) for your home is definitely something to...
Step 1: Use a small dab of peanut butter or cream cheese on your cheek to encourage your dog to lick your face. Have a handful of your dog’s favorite treats nearby. Step 2: With your dog in a sitting position in front of you, lean in to your dog, offering your cheek....
The best way to prevent behavior problems is to prevent them. The easiest way to enforce house rules for a new dog is to use a leash indoors for the first week your dog comes home. Your dog should always be supervised while on leash, or should be secure in a crate at...
If you’ve just gotten a new puppy, or know someone who has, we have some great news for you! Wednesday, March 23 is National Puppy Day and we would like to invite you to celebrate this special day with Applause Your Paws with a super-fun Puppy 101 Workshop! This...
“My puppy is driving me crazy! What should I do?!” The day you brought your puppy home everything was new and exciting. Those little puppy paws, those big puppy eyes, even that adorable puppy breath! Everything was going fine and dandy until the next...
