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Do I need to get my dog's Anal Glands cleared?
First, what are anal glands? They are two sacs on either side of your dog's anus. When they have a bowel movement, they are expressed...
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Jul 19, 20212 min read
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Why do you count to 5 while training?
We talk a lot about consistency in our training classes. One way we use consistency is by counting our repetitions while teaching a new...
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May 15, 20211 min read
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What do bank accounts have to do with dog training?
Each cue your dog knows has its own "Bank Account". Sit has an account, Down has an account, Come has an account, etc. Accounts with more...
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Jan 15, 20202 min read
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Seven Month Stupids
Your little puppy turned into an adolescent. What happened?
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Jun 11, 20192 min read
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The 4 F's of Play
Dogs play because they are practicing behaviors they need to survive in the wild. The definition of surviving is being able to live long...
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Apr 10, 20192 min read
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Too much of a good thing
Daycare for your dog has so many great benefits. But, too much can have adverse consequences for your dog's health and wellbeing. We are...
Positive Pooches
Feb 15, 20193 min read
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What are Puppy Warts?
Certain viruses can cause the growth of small round skin tumors commonly referred to as Puppy Warts. Even though dogs can get warts, they...
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Feb 9, 20192 min read
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What is Canine Cough?
Canine Cough (aka Kennel Cough) is highly contagious. Here is what to do if your dog catches it.
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Feb 9, 20192 min read
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Aging Out of Daycare
As puppies turn into adult dogs, they often hit a couple of milestones at about 1 year and 2 years of age. Larger dogs tend to age...
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Oct 14, 20182 min read
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The Beginning of Something Great
I have some articles just begging to come out of my head, but I did not have an outlet for them until now. Please follow along as I add...
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Oct 14, 20181 min read
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