Board and train programs promise a fast-track solution to training – but are they really the magic answer? In this episode, I dig into the board and train pros and cons to help you decide if it’s the right path for you and your pup.
When we first meet another person we usually get to know them by having a conversation, by asking questions about them. We humans love to talk about ourselves! But, the small talk does serve a purpose. It lets us know if this is a person we want to spend more time...
Once, when I was working as a vet tech, we had a sheltie puppy come in that was sick and had been vomiting for several days. When we x-rayed the pup, we found that he had eaten coins – a dime, a nickel and 2 pennies. After surgery, hospitalization and an $1800.00 vet...
Ever wonder how you’d draw blood from an orangutan or trim an elephant’s toenails? You can’t force them and it’s dangerous to sedate them, so how is it done? Well, it’s called cooperative care and you have to train them for it. Progressive zoos and aquariums around...
Hundreds of thousands of dogs have been turned into animal shelters because their owners didn’t know how to deal with behavior problems and couldn’t find a reliable resource to help them. The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) has selected January as the perfect...
It has spiky leaves and a trunk that looks like a Pineapple. It’s a Sago Palm, a member of the Cycad family. Its hardy, easy to grow and drought tolerant, which makes it a popular ornamental plant for homes and yards. It’s also toxic to pets! While all parts of the...
