Keeping your pet safe can be a daunting task. Just like baby-proofing your home, dog owners need to ensure that their surroundings are safe for their four legged friends. This recent article by Vanessa Rene Casavant of the Seattle Times, entitled How To Pet-Proof Your Home, is an excellent primer for those that wish to […]

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This totally rules. Check out the Boston Terrier Wag Time Band, a very talented group of Boston Terriers, indeed. Okay, it is a little bit silly, but you have to have a little fun in life, right?
Our favorite? The Lord of the Prance, of course.

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It seems like everyone’s packing up and heading out on vacation. There’s nothing better than a summertime road trip to recharge your batteries and reinvigorate your spirit! Here are a few things to remember if you’re planning a trip with your pooch:
- Be sure your dog is wearing a properly fitted collar with up-to-date ID […]

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…got you down? Don’t fret - it’s the perfect opportunity to work on your sit stay! Take advantage of bad weather and keep active by practicing the behaviors you need most.
Today we worked on sits and downs with a variety of distractions. My objective as a trainer is to test my dogs’ commitment to […]

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Ever wonder what your precious puppy does when you are not home? Does he bark at the UPS man? Does he watch your pay per view and eat all of your cookies? Well, why not keep tabs on him with a wireless web cam?
What used to be high tech has now become pretty simple, […]

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Lately, the days here in Michigan have been warm, and the nights have been cool. Glacial breezes off of Lake Michigan make for fantastic weather, and the dogs have been enjoying it right along with us.
One of the best things about living out in the country is that our friends from the city get […]

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In case you missed it, on July 11th, Rachael Ray featured one of our favorite dog products, the Easy Walk Harness. The Easy Walk gently discourages dogs from pulling. According to Rachael Ray, “When you’re walking a 60-lb pit bull like John and I do, it’s more like she’s taking you for a walk. John […]

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Meet Sammy! Isn’t she the cutest thing you have ever seen? Sammy is a beagle/bulldog mix puppy and we think she is simply adorable. Just look at those feet! What a sweetie.

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Everyday we hear lots of stories about dogs being mistreated. So, to help brighten someone’s day, here is a simple tale, or is that spelled tail? about one family’s love for their Shetland Sheep Dog, Laddie. Some good stories, most of which we would guess are typical for most dogs and their families: […]

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It’s no secret that Americans are gaining weight at an alarming rate. But did you know that U.S. pets are too? In fact, as this Arizona Star article points out, Pet Obesity Is On The Rise. According the article, 25-40 percent of all dogs in America are overweight. The worst part is that most owners […]

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Blanco and Deb recently wrote in with this Anxiety Wrap success story. We wanted to share it with you because it really illustrates how effective the Anxiety Wrap is in reshaping behavior and calming thunderstorm-related fear in dogs.
“I recently purchased an Anxiety Wrap for my yelllow lab who has become progressively hysterical during storms. […]

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In today’s complex world, folks are working harder than ever. More hours. More responsibility. Less down time. Let’s face it, Americans are hard workers, and after a long, hard day at the office, most folks often just want to relax. Maybe have dinner, watch some TV, catch up with the family and check e-mail.
However.. many […]

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