Posts Tagged ‘Pet Empowerment’
Invisible Fences: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Many homeowners rely on underground, or invisible fences to contain their furry family on their property. Sometimes this choice is made because the property is quite large, and a physical fence would be cost prohibitive. Other times, it’s the community rules that prohibit physical fencing for aesthetic reasons. The Good The only “good” part…
Read MoreWhen Your Dog Growls …
So Your Dog Growls…To Punish or Not to Punish? A stranger approaches your dog, and your dog growls. Your dog is dozing on the couch, and you sit down next to him, startling him awake, and he growls. Perhaps your dog is chewing on a favorite toy or eating his food and a child…
Read MorePlaying Tug of War: Good Exercise, Great Bond-Building
There is a school of thought that suggests we shouldn’t play Tug of War with our pups because it can create aggression. That same school of thought will say that if you do play Tug, make sure you always win so that the dog knows you’re the boss. I could not disagree with that…
Read MoreSnow Day Activities For Your Dog
Sometimes it’s just too cold outside to go for a long walk or play fetch in the yard. But our dogs still need their exercise. What can we do to help our furry family burn through that cabin fever? Did you know that a dog will burn more energy engaging in mental exercise than…
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