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 […]
It’s summer, which is a great time to focus on the “Exercise” part of Cesar’s fulfillment formula! Try new activities, visit a new location, and enjoy the sunshine and your dog’s companionship. No matter what physical activity you engage in, it is important to watch for signs of dehydration: lethargy, sunken or bloodshot eyes, dry […]
The holiday is a time of year that is joyous and wonderful, but for many people, it can be stressful too. Being a calm and assertive pack leader is important at all times, but it’s particularly important to stay mindful of your state of mind during the holiday festivities to make it a calm and […]
What to Do if You Find a Tick on Your Dog If your dog spends time playing outdoors, he will likely come into contact with ticks. While the thought of a tick on your beloved pup may cause you to cringe, removing a tick is a fairly easy process to do. Today, we’ve put together […]
Fleas aren’t just your dog’s worst nightmare; they can be yours, too. To stop this common parasite, it’s important to understand a little bit about how they operate. The adult fleas on your dog represent only 5% of the total flea population around him or her. The other 95% can’t be seen. Fleas exist in […]
