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The prospect of a new four-legged family member can be exciting and daunting at the same time. Getting your house and yard ready before...

Raising a puppy for the first time is an adventure filled with both challenges and rewards. In this episode of Puppy Talk, Dale Buchanan...

Ever wondered if adding another dog to your family could bring more happiness and companionship into your home? In the latest episode of...

For some dog lovers, leaving their pooch alone without them for extended periods of time can be stressful for everyone involved. Dogs who...

Many people contact me to train their puppies and only focus on potty training. They think that a puppy training program is potty...

Puppies need to play. It's part of their nature. They wake up every day packed with energy and need to find outlets to burn up that...

I've been getting a lot of phone calls and emails from people with very unrealistic expectations for their puppies. They want their puppy...

Dog trainers never repeat vocal commands. Dog trainers know that repeating commands only confuses a dog. Repeating commands also program...

There have been two children who died from dog attacks in the past week in North Alabama. I provided dog safety content with two stories...

What's more exciting than adding a puppy to your family? Bringing home a new pup is as good as it gets.  Amid the excitement, you'll have...

I am getting calls and emails from many new puppy owners frustrated with the new puppies they have had for only a few weeks. Most of...

A shy dog can be a challenge, but time and patience can make a world of difference. Socialization is the process of introducing your...

Dog owners often use words like off, stop, or no when they want the dog to stop behavior such as jumping, barking, or playing on...

Over the past year, I have seen too many puppies lacking confidence and self-esteem. They are shy, withdrawn, and fearful of experiencing...

Owning a pet is a big responsibility. If you're a first-time dog owner, you should know a few things to ensure your puppy has a happy and...

There are two ways that we can be more patient with our puppy. The first is when teaching them a novel command. An example would be this:...

Taking your puppy outside to go potty in bad weather is essential to help build the puppy's confidence. Many people think if it's too hot...

Hiring the right dog trainer to help you train your new puppy, rescue dog, or adult dog can be a grueling experience. Each trainer might...

Teaching your puppy the place command is one of the seven basic commands in our puppy training program. It’s an essential tool for any...

As the scorching summer warmth settles in, it will become vital for puppy proprietors to take more measures to ensure the well-being and...