Do you brush your dogs teeth? Do you know the importance of Dog Dental Care? I have a feeling that the majority of you don't, and I am guilty of being a lazy pet parent and not doing it either. Unfortunately not only can this be detrimental to your pets teeth and gums, but also … [Read more...] about Dog Dental Care, Smile! National Pet Dental Month
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Shih Tzu Training & Tips: Reach for the Clicker
As with many dog owners, my dogs are more than just dogs, they are my family. I get asked all the time how do you do it? No this isn't a SJP movie, and I don't run around the house wearing Manolos . Instead it's Old Navy T-Shirts, jeans and flip flops (yes even in winter!). This … [Read more...] about Shih Tzu Training & Tips: Reach for the Clicker
It’s Not Just Old Age…Signs of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Is Your Dog Showing Signs? Do you think your senior dog maybe showing signs of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwjuSLfnz_k Did you see the signs of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction? Yes, he was cute, the little bounce in … [Read more...] about It’s Not Just Old Age…Signs of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Dangerous Items for Dogs In Your Purse
4 years ago my husband and I decided to make changes in our lives. We left our small quiet town in Utah and moved back to my hometown in California so he could attend law school. So fast forward a few years and here we are, he graduated in 2012 and I have decided to go back to … [Read more...] about Dangerous Items for Dogs In Your Purse
Shih Tzu Training: Using a Trick to Calm a Fear
When teaching tricks I am usually engaged with my dogs on the floor in each others "space". It is during these times that I believe a trust and bond is being developed between us. As a puppy I trained Riley "touch" & "paw" and these are the two tricks I turn to … [Read more...] about Shih Tzu Training: Using a Trick to Calm a Fear