Category: Positive Dog Training
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How do dogs get pregnant?
If you keep dogs or care for others’, understanding how dogs get pregnant matters for day-to-day decisions: stopping an unwanted litter, planning responsible breeding, protecting intact animals on walks, or making sure a pregnant or nursing dog gets the right care. I want to give practical, evidence-informed guidance you can apply at home and know…
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What flea and tick medicine is killing dogs?
Most dog owners reach for a flea-and-tick product because they want a healthy, comfortable dog and a pest-free home; a small number of those treatments have been linked to serious reactions, so it helps to know which medicines may carry rare but real risks and what to do if something goes wrong. Why flea-and-tick treatments…
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How much to kennel a dog?
Kenneling a dog is more than closing a door; it’s about matching the dog’s biology, training history, and current needs to a safe, predictable routine. I’ll walk through why kennel time matters, practical limits by age and situation, how kennels work for dogs, and clear next steps you can use this week. Expect specific, cautious…
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What dog is best for me quiz?
Deciding which dog fits your life can feel overwhelming; a focused “what dog is best for me” quiz can turn that uncertainty into clear next steps by weighing your real daily needs against common breed and individual traits. What this quiz reveals about your perfect dog A short, honest assessment helps surface the often-overlooked practical…
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What is spaying a dog?
As someone who works with dogs and their people every week, I see how the question of spaying shows up in practical, emotional ways: a household planning for a new baby who doesn’t want a surprise litter, a teenager’s dog who bolts when a neighbor’s female comes into heat, or a rescue clinic juggling too…
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How to show your dog you love them?
Showing a dog you love them is more than petting and treats; it shapes their behavior, reduces stress, and improves the relationship you share. This piece explains why it matters, gives fast actions you can use immediately, then walks through the biology and behavior behind bonding, when dogs need extra reassurance, warning signs to watch…
