i love relaxing at cafes with my boy. enjoying a nice meal, or slowly sipping a hot cup of joe, my pup at my feet. while doing this at my local joints, i am often approached with the statement...
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Mary adored her Dachshund Daisy and always wanted her by her side. One 85°F day, while the “girls” were out for a car ride, Mary made a quick stop at the convenience store for a jug of milk. ...
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07 July 2015
3 signs doggy daycare may be too much for your pup
doggy daycare can be wonderful for many dogs. if they have the right temperament, the facility is well run, and it is the right match for your dog. but oftentimes, our dogs are not actually having a great...
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07 July 2015
6 tips for a successful puppy playdate
socializing our puppies with other well-adjusted rascals is so very important. in addition to a well run puppy class, private playdates are the best way to do it. to keep tots safe, playdates must be done right. follow these...
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26 April 2015
congratulations maggie bee, april’s dog of the month
this month i had a tough time deciding which dog would be named “dog’s best friend’s dog of the month.” all of our friends are amazing, so it’s never an easy task. but after some deep thought, i decided...
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24 April 2015
hey puppy, do you have therapy dog dreams?
do you and your dog dream of being a therapy dog team? visiting hospitals, retirement homes, libraries, and/or schools to spread support, love and joy? giving such light and happiness to others is extremely rewarding, not only for...
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12 December 2014
our favorite spots for holiday fun with your pup
the holidays have arrived! that joyous time of the year for parties, outings and special events. while enjoying this splendid time, why not make it even better, by taking your dog along?! in the los angeles area, there...
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03 December 2014
wagging through the “puppy stop”
have you ever been on a walk with your puppy and all of a sudden, seemingly out of nowhere, he stops? in his tracks. legs stiffen. he may even sit or lie down and refuse to get up? ...
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11 November 2014
5 ways your confident dog can help reactive dogs
so you are one of the fortunate ones, you have a confident, well-adjusted dog. whether it’s their dna, your commitment to positive training, or both, your dog has a high threshold and pretty much nothing bothers him. in the...
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26 October 2014
is a funny halloween costume really worth a huge withdrawal from your dog/human trust bank account?
this is going to be one of my most unpopular blogs of all time, i am sure. and with that, here i go! many of my dog training peers and mentors, john mcguigan, chirag patel, grisha stewart, dr....
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