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Why dogs do the things they do — and how to change the ones you'd rather they didn't, without breaking the trust that training runs on.

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Training & Behavior

Dog Panting in Crate? Here's Why & What to Do About It

Dogs pant for various reasons, such as cooling off their body after a great jog. But if your dog is…

February 6, 20224 min read
Training & Behavior

Crate Training: Should Your Puppy Nap in the Crate?

Puppies are just like baby humans; they need a lot of sleep when growing. Whether you’re a brand new…

February 6, 20224 min read
Training & Behavior

Why Do Dogs Put Their Butt on You?

After months of dreaming, researching, and planning, you’ve done it. You’ve finally brought your new…

February 3, 20224 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Pooping in Their Crate? Here’s Why & How to Stop It

Crate training has so many benefits, from safely leaving your pup home alone to creating a safe den…

February 2, 20225 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Chews Their Toys on You? Here's Why

Whoosh! Your pup runs past you with their favorite toy at lightning speed. They’re going so fast…

January 30, 20224 min read
Training & Behavior

How to Stop Dog from Pooping in the House When Left Alone

There is so much to love about our four-legged best friends, but a surprise “gift” on the carpet isn…

January 28, 20225 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Sleeps with Their Bum Facing You? Here’s Why

Ah, bedtime. It’s the moment you can officially release all the pressures of life. After a long day…

January 27, 20224 min read
Training & Behavior

Crate Training: Until What Age? Is Your Puppy Ready to Sleep Elsewhere?

Congratulations on getting your new puppy to sleep and feel comfortable in their crate! You might…

January 26, 20224 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Stays in Their Crate Most of the Time? Here's Why

Your crate training days are over - Fido loves their crate! You can leave your pup in it for hours…

January 26, 20225 min read
Training & Behavior

Crate Training with Multiple Dogs in the House: Tips & Advice

Having several dogs can be a ton of fun; after all, they’re like potato chips - one is never enough…

January 19, 20227 min read
Training & Behavior

Crate Training Your Dog While Working from Home: Tips for Success

2020 (pandemic) certainly changed how we do things in our lives - and one of the biggest changes was…

January 18, 20225 min read
Training & Behavior

Playpen vs. Crate: Which Is Better for Your Puppy?

So much goes into raising a puppy, from buckets of toys to leashes and bowls! And just like with…

January 16, 20225 min read
Training & Behavior

Crate Training: Can Your Dog Overheat in Their Crate?

A dog’s crate is often a warm, safe haven for our furry best friends in the colder months. But in…

January 10, 20225 min read
Training & Behavior

Should You Take Your Puppy out in the Middle of the Night?

You’ve got a new puppy and have brought your new family member home. You’ve played with them, fed…

December 23, 20215 min read
Training & Behavior

Do Dogs Feel Abandoned When You Go on Vacation?

It’s finally happened: you’ve put in your request at your job for time off… and it's approved…

December 21, 20215 min read
Training & Behavior

How to Effectively Get a Dog to Release a Bite

With dogs being such wonderful extensions of the family, we often tend to forget that they are…

December 6, 20218 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Socialization: Is It Ever Too Late?

Life is full of late bloomers. Like the guy who didn’t get his first girlfriend until well into his…

December 5, 20215 min read
Training & Behavior

Crate Training: How Long Can You Crate a Dog For?

Crate training is arguably one of the top contentious subjects in dog husbandry and care, primarily…

November 14, 20215 min read
Training & Behavior

Why Does Your Dog Always Lick Your Mouth?

Perhaps nothing says love as simply and directly as a kiss. One little action can speak thousands of…

November 8, 20215 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Crate Sizes: Guide & Calculator by Breed

Crating your dog has a plethora of benefits, from providing your pup with a comfortable bed all the…

November 8, 20217 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Barking at Night? Here's How to Get a Good Night's Sleep Again

There's something so grounding about a good nighttime routine. Maybe you love simply washing your…

October 20, 20215 min read
Training & Behavior

Dog Shampoo: Does It Expire?

When you think of a “good hair day”, what vision comes to your mind? Shiny, luscious locks? Strands…

October 13, 20215 min read
Training & Behavior

Your Dog Acts Like a Cat? Here's Why

The world is often split into two different types of people: morning people or night people. Cold…

October 13, 20214 min read
Training & Behavior

Why Does Your Dog Stand in Your Lap or Body?

Our furry best friends are quirky and unique, with much of their behavior giving us a good chuckle…

October 13, 20214 min read
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