By Nicole Pajer More companies are starting to allow employees to take their dogs to work with them. Having your dog in your workplace has been shown to boost morale, increase productivity, and keep workers motivated. In addition, it provides employees with a reason to step away from their desks and get outside for a […]
By Cesar Millan The bond between humans and dogs is a beautiful thing, and watching it develop can be almost as satisfying as forging it yourself. So it’s not surprising that dogs are such a popular gift idea. The person who gives a dog as a gift gets a front row seat to watch those […]
Adopting a dog is a decision that should be made with care and deliberation. A dog is not a toy or a clothing accessory; it’s a living creature. The decision to adopt a dog should be treated with the same careful attention that you would use if you were deciding where to live, to have […]
Martin Deeley is an internationally recognized dog trainer, writer, and commentator. He is co-founder of the International Association of Canine Professionals, which is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of professional and business practices among canine professionals. Visit his website at www.floridadogtrainer.com. Martin’s love is training and developing the perfect hunting companion. He has trained […]
by Martin Deeley Have you ever loaned a favorite tool or item to a friend and when they return it, it is ruined? I hate to say it, but friends can also ruin all the training you do with your pup. Guests can overwhelm a puppy, they can frighten him, teach him bad habits, and […]
By Martin Deeley Your dog is often watching you and learning from your actions and reactions just like children do. So training cannot be just a formal five, 10 or 15 minutes of your day. It should take place all the time because your dog learns from everything you do. You shout at your spouse […]
By Cesar Millan Balanced dogs experience the world through their nose, eyes, then ears. But as humans, we often rely on sound while training our dogs. So what if your dog is deaf? Dogs Use Senses Differently Than Humans Dogs experience the world through their nose first, then eyes, then ears. We are accustomed as […]
by Martin Deeley Patience is Key The one thing I find about training dogs is that there are no hard and fast rules. Some dogs take to a collar and leash easily and some do not. Some owners have to put their dogs on a leash the moment they get them—especially if they live in […]
By Cesar Millan With record temperatures around the country, it is important to keep your dogs in mind when it comes to keeping cool. Top 10 Tips for beating the Summer Heat Exercise Your Dog Early in the Morning or Late at Night Since these are the cooler parts of the day, this will make […]
By Cesar Millan The holidays are fun for all including dogs, but dogs can get overexcited by guests and injured or poisoned by holiday decorations and treats. Here are my top holiday tips for a happy pooch! Tire Your Dog Out Before Visiting or Receiving Holiday Guests Keep in mind that holiday visits are not […]
