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5 Noise-Free Dog Toys for Growing Puppies
Puppies need to play. It's part of their nature. They wake up every day packed with energy and need to find outlets to burn up that...

Dale Buchanan
Apr 8, 20243 min read


Setting Realistic Expectations For Your Puppy
I've been getting a lot of phone calls and emails from people with very unrealistic expectations for their puppies. They want their puppy...

Dale Buchanan
Mar 31, 20244 min read


5 Things Dog Trainers Never Do
Dog trainers never repeat vocal commands. Dog trainers know that repeating commands only confuses a dog. Repeating commands also program...

Dale Buchanan
Mar 25, 20242 min read


Child Safety Around Dogs
There have been two children who died from dog attacks in the past week in North Alabama. I provided dog safety content with two stories...

Dale Buchanan
Mar 9, 20244 min read


Tips for Naming Your New Puppy
What's more exciting than adding a puppy to your family? Bringing home a new pup is as good as it gets. Amid the excitement, you'll have...

Dale Buchanan
Feb 11, 20243 min read


Is Your New Puppy Stressing You Out?
I am getting calls and emails from many new puppy owners frustrated with the new puppies they have had for only a few weeks. Most of...

Dale Buchanan
Feb 5, 20244 min read


How to Socialize a Timid Puppy
A shy dog can be a challenge, but time and patience can make a world of difference. Socialization is the process of introducing your...

Dale Buchanan
Feb 2, 20243 min read


Correct It, Redirect It
Dog owners often use words like off, stop, or no when they want the dog to stop behavior such as jumping, barking, or playing on...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 29, 20242 min read


How to Build Confidence in Your Puppy
Over the past year, I have seen too many puppies lacking confidence and self-esteem. They are shy, withdrawn, and fearful of experiencing...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 27, 20242 min read


20 Tips for First-Time Puppy Parents
Owning a pet is a big responsibility. If you're a first-time dog owner, you should know a few things to ensure your puppy has a happy and...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 24, 20245 min read


Be Patient With Your Puppy
There are two ways that we can be more patient with our puppy. The first is when teaching them a novel command. An example would be this:...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 23, 20243 min read


Should You Take Your Puppy Outside in Bad Weather?
Taking your puppy outside to go potty in bad weather is essential to help build the puppy's confidence. Many people think if it's too hot...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 22, 20243 min read


How to Hire a Dog Trainer
Hiring the right dog trainer to help you train your new puppy, rescue dog, or adult dog can be a grueling experience. Each trainer might...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 21, 20242 min read


How to Teach the Place Command to Your Puppy
Teaching your puppy the place command is one of the seven basic commands in our puppy training program. It’s an essential tool for any...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 20, 20243 min read


How to Keep Your Dog Cool During the Summer
As the scorching summer warmth settles in, it will become vital for puppy proprietors to take more measures to ensure the well-being and...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 19, 20245 min read


How to Teach Your Dog to Love the Car Ride
Engaging the world from a moving vehicle is often an experience that humans love, but our four-legged companions may not share the same...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 18, 20243 min read


Indoor Mental Stimulation Ideas for Your Puppy
One of the most common issues that I see throughout the course of training dogs is that they do not receive the proper amount, if any, of...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 17, 20243 min read


Why Your Dog Does Not Listen to You
I get calls from many dog owners saying their dogs will not listen to them. After evaluating the situation, I realize that many dog...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 17, 20242 min read


How to Manage Dogs Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is a massive problem in many dogs, and it's often very challenging to fix if it's serious. The most common anxiety...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 16, 20242 min read


All About Emotional Support Animals
Getting a new puppy does not automatically make it an ESA (Emotional Support Animal), even with a Therapy Pet Certification. Dogs have to...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 15, 20242 min read
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