Tag: dog training

Proper Pup Etiquette

We like to think our pooches are very well-behaved, but how they behave in public, among strangers and other dogs, is the true test. Sit, Stay A properly trained pooch knows basic commands and, more importantly, obeys them while out and about. Knowing “sit, stay, come” at home is great, but immediately complying with these…


Training Your Dog

Most dogs are eager to please, but they need to learn what is expected of them. Training is an ongoing process that begins with how to get along with their owners. The first step in training a dog is getting rid of the notion of owning a dog; they are sensitive, living creatures with deep…


Should You Train Your Dog or Enroll in Obedience School?

When you get yourself a dog, you will most likely have to make some lifestyle changes to properly care for your new pet. While for some, this may prove to be a breeze, others find it quite challenging to care for a dog, particularly if their furry friend displays untoward behaviors. This article sheds light…


OC Extends Program for Inmates to Rehabilitate Through Training Dog

The Orange County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 18 unanimously agreed to extend for three years a dog-training program that focuses on inmate rehabilitation. The program—operated by Cell Dogs, Inc.—has been conducted for about a year at the Theo Lacy Facility, a county jail in Orange. It was first started at the James A. Musick…


6 Incredible Dog Transformations

If you’re a puppy owner, you must have realized by now that they don’t all come fully trained and ready to be the picture of obedience. In fact, tiny pups can be rowdy, messy, and unruly. If allowed to stay like that, they can grow into nasty dogs who bark at everything that passes down…


The Most Trainable Dog Breeds in The World

Do you love dogs? But can’t decide on the type of dog to get as a pet for your family? Well, this blog post will help you with that. We have compiled a list of the most trainable dog breeds in the world. Whether you’re looking for a small lap-sized pup or one that loves…


The Best Ways to Socialize Your Puppy

If you’ve just welcomed a new puppy into the family, congrats, the fun is about to begin! While having a pet is an exciting and heart-warming adventure, the experience doesn’t come without its challenges. Being a pet owner is a huge responsibility. It’s your duty to aid the dog’s development, helping create a healthy and…


Have Dog Will Travel

Six months ago I brought my rescue dog Grace along to a small gathering with some good friends and their dogs. When my friend Tracy stepped away from her bean burrito, Grace gingerly pulled it off the table and ate it. A Journey of Grace When she first came to live with us Grace was…


Traumatized Dog Nobody Wanted Finally Finds Perfect Forever Home With New Best Friend

A puppy who was traumatized from living on the streets of Romania spent almost two months overlooked at a UK shelter—until his story went viral. After vetting over 150 applicants, the shelter found the perfect forever home. Thanks to love and patience, 1-year-old Percy has finally started to settle in. His new owner said he clocked…