Sometimes dog owners struggling with behavioral problems want to know ‘what is a pinch collar for dogs?’ and ‘will it solve this issue once and for all?’ In this article, we take a look at how pinch collars work, why they’re controversial among dog trainers, and whether one can help you. What Is A Pinch …
My Puppy Hates Me
It’s easy to feel like your puppy hates you when she seems to spend all day destroying your stuff and hurting you (both physically and emotionally!) But your puppy does not hate you. And there are lots of things you can do to build a better bond between you. My Puppy Hates Me Are you …
What Is A Dog Training Collar?
What is a dog training collar? ‘Training collar’ usually refers to a collar with a built-in punishment or deterrent for bad behavior. There are several types of training collar, but the evidence is clear: using punishment in dog training is not only cruel, it can actually make behavioral problems worse. What Is A Training Collar …
When To Start Potty Training A Puppy
Working out when to start potty training a puppy can feel like a lot of pressure. But actually potty training begins the moment you bring your new dog home. Whether you want it to or not! But any age of puppy, or dog, can be successfully potty trained. When to Start Potty Training a Puppy …
What To Do When Your Puppy Pees In The House
Working out what to do when your puppy pees in the house is an important part of potty training them. And in fact, it’s a lot simpler than you might think. Puppies thrive under routine and supervision, and that’s the best way to help prevent accidents and move quickly into having a clear home. But …
How Do You Potty Train A 4 Month Old Puppy
How do you potty train a 4 month old puppy with bad habits and a stubborn streak a mile long? The exact same way as you’d potty train any other new puppy! It’s time to ignore the past, and get stuck into the present. Taking on an Older Puppy Most puppies arrive home at between …
What To Do When Your Puppy Hates Leash Walking
Having a puppy that hates leash walking can be really stressful. The leash is an essential part of most new puppy owner’s toolkit. It enables them to safely go out and about with their dog. And even to help provide a backup for less predictable training situations. So when your dog is getting distressed at …
My Dog Pees When Excited
If your dog pees when excited it can be very frustrating, and embarrassing too. Especially if the cause of their excitement is guests to your home or visiting family members. No one wants to be dancing around puddles every time they welcome someone indoors. But this issue is normally short lived, and there are things …
How To Stop My Cockapoo Puppy From Biting
Learning how to stop my Cockapoo puppy from biting was a game changer! As a new puppy owner, you’d heard that puppies bite. But the reality of those bites can seriously sting. And not just because those tiny teeth pack a punch. From those surprise early morning accostings to the vendetta against your toes, the …
Why Are Dogs Reactive?
Why are dogs reactive? Dogs can have inappropriate, extreme, or out of proportion negative reactions to a wide range of trigger situations. Reactivity is a result of dogs forming a negative association with the thing they react to. Understanding the emotions underlying reactivity are the key to managing it, and changing a reactive dogs outbursts. …