Training

“Out!” A new way to teach “Leave It”

Spring and early summer are wonderful times to be outside with your dog, having fun in the sun. But if you live in the...

Where’s Fido or Kitty? Finding Missing Pets

It is a pet owner’s worst nightmare. Their beloved four-legged child escapes out of the backyard, or the leash is accidentally dropped and the...

Getting Puppy Ready for the Groomer

Help your puppy learn to love visits to the groomer Grooming can be a stressful experience. Think about it from your puppy’s perspective: She will...

AKC Online Dog Activities

As many in-person dog-related activities have been suspended because of the pandemic, there are now other options—online! AKC Rally In keeping with the times and adhering...

Got 5 Minutes? It’s Time to Train!

The Problem If your home is anything like many pet parent homes, then chances are at some point you’ve run into the same problem lots...

5 Tips for Stress-Free Walks

The more exercise your dog gets, the more calm and attentive he’ll be. Your daily dog walks should be peaceful, a time to relax and...

Staying at Home? Motivate Your Pet.

The COVID-19 lockdown orders sent many pet parents into a tizzy. Owners were now spending 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with...

Popular Cat-Advocacy Event Goes Virtual Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

Jackson Galaxy’s Cat Camp, the acclaimed event for cat lovers of all stripes, is shifting this year’s event to online due to the COVID-19...

5 Tips for Keeping Your Dog Busy

Dogs get stircrazy, too. If yours is climbing the walls and driving you to distraction, here are five ways to help him chill. We all...

Scent Sports

Ever been in line at the airport and see a dog wearing a vest, sniffing the carry-ons? Or maybe you’ve seen a search and...

How Do I Prepare My Dog for My Schedule Getting Back to Normal?

Like so many people, I too have been spending a lot of extra time at home these days. With all the free time suddenly...

Adopting During the Pandemic

While the country is sheltering in place due to COVID-19, unemployment is higher than during the Great Depression. AARP reports that a stunning 41...