Some pups love nothing more than pleasing their owner. They’ll be patient, listen and follow commands even without the bribery of treats. Others, however, seem to love anything but pleasing their pup parent. Instead, their main goal is to please themselves; they treat the couch as their throne, refuse to come when called unless offered […]
We all want to give our furry companions the best start in life, and one of the best things you can do for them is crate train them. Some misinformed owners believe that a crate is akin to “caging up” your pup; however, this is far from the truth. In reality, a crate functions as […]
If your dog’s behavior is out of control despite your efforts to train them, you may begin to feel like your dog is untrainable. However, we do not believe that this is true. Any dog can be trained, but it does take a lot of time, effort, and patience on the part of the owner. […]
If you’re living with a disability in Virginia, it might be worth investing in a service dog. These lovable canine companions provide essential assistance to people with a wide range of disabilities; they also receive legal protections under federal and state law. The Americans with Disabilities Act, for example, prohibits public accommodations (restaurants, hotels, airlines, […]
Many pet owners rely on their animals to provide them comfort and companionship on a daily basis. Pet owners with disabilities, however, may be wondering if they can promote their furry friend to service animal status in order to receive the assistance they need without the cost of purchasing a fully trained service animal. In […]
Choosing a dog to adopt can be a difficult process. You want to make sure that you pick a dog breed that suits your lifestyle and will easily adapt to any training you need to give to them. When selecting a dog breed to adopt, you may want to keep in mind some of the […]
Dachshund, wiener dog, doxie—these long-bodied pups go by a number of different monikers. They’re small in stature but have a big bark. It’s hard not to be drawn to this breed due to its adorably long snout, button nose, and unique body shape. If you’re interested in owning a doxie or have already brought one […]
It’s a complete myth that a Rottweiler can’t be trained as a regular household dog or that they are dangerous by nature. If they respect their owner and are well-trained, they are incredibly loyal, protective, and obedient dogs who are – as I’m sure you already know – absolutely gorgeous. So we’re here in this […]
If you are in need of a service dog, you may be wondering what your options are besides just purchasing a trained dog; purchasing a trained dog can be incredibly expensive, especially if you don’t have access to any financial assistance. Training your own service dog is a valid alternative that, while costly on time, […]
If you’re living with a disability in Alabama, it’s worth training your pooch (or a new puppy) to become a service dog. Not only do these lovable creatures provide invaluable assistance with everyday tasks, but they also receive legal protections under federal and state laws. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) allows anyone with an […]