Do you have friends who have dogs? Yes, of course.. because you both love dogs. Have your dogs meet each other and you will open doors for fun times ahead.
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Bringing the Dogs Together
It makes perfect sense for dogs to live with other dogs. It’s just our domesticated world that’s made it a bit tricky sometimes. Just do your homework, set yourself up for success, and watch the relationship(s) strengthen with time.
Integrating the New Dog
This article focuses on integrating your new dog with the new household, including people and critters.
New Dog: Do’s and Don’ts
This article picks out some key behaviors YOU need to have, to make sure your new dog succeeds.
New Dog: Healthy and Safe
You won’t have the time or brain cells to learn everything you need to know before you introduce your new dog into your life. This article provides some key points to focus on.
Choosing a New Dog
There is a lot to consider when getting a new dog. This article helps you and your family create a checklist so you can remain objective as you search for your new best friend.
Home Alone, Part 3: Training the Human
How you feel and act when you leave the house and when you come back will affect how your dog behaves. Dogs are highly sensitive to our feelings. So this post is about training yourself to help your dog be comfortable while home alone.
Home Alone, Part 2: Walks Make It Work
No one likes to be cooped up all day. Giving your dog plenty of exercise will help her stay happy and calm when she’s home alone. Once you and your dog have learned to walk nicely together, get in the habit of going for a walk before you leave for work and again when you get home.
Home Alone, Part 1: The Basics of Leaving Your Dog
Dogs absolutely can learn to be home without humans—and without doing the kinds of things humans don’t like, such as chewing sofa cushions. You just have to take it slowly, as with anything you try to teach.
Recipe for a Good Dog Life
Recipe for a Good Dog Life – follow these steps for happy dogs and people!
Top Five Things to Do for Your New Dog
How very exciting—you have a new dog! Congratulations! Whether you’ve bought a purebred puppy or adopted an older rescue dog, whether you have just started planning or have the critter in your lap right now, there are five things you should attend to right away to get started on the right paw.
