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1 Easy Skill to Teach Your Dog To Help Them Prepare For The Arrival of A New Child

Expecting parents who have dogs in the home are often overwhelmed by the many things to do to best prepare for the arrival of their new...

Here's Why You Should Seek Professional Guidance BEFORE You Bring A New Dog Home

I work with a lot of clients who recently brought home a new dog. Often, they are overwhelmed by the dog or puppy's behavior. One of the...

Recall Is The One Skill We Should Teach Every Dog (Because It Could Save Their Life One Day)

Obedience is very popular in the world of dog ownership and training. People like to brag about how many "commands" their dog knows and...

Management: We Use It to Make Our Own Lives Easier... Here's Why Our Dogs Deserve It Too

Do you ever close your eyes when you see something gross or upsetting because you know that if you look at it, it will ruin your whole...

Vet Visits Don't Have To Be A Nightmare

Does your dog hate going to the vet? Can you blame them? Many dogs associate vet visits with being poked, prodded, touched, and...

How to Choose a Dog Trainer: Why Education and Credentials Matter

Would you go to a doctor who had not attended medical school? Would you hire a lawyer to represent you in court if they had no education...

I Am A Kitty: A Tiny, Adorable, Hunter

Dear Human, I am a cat. My tiny features may look cute, but do not get it wrong, I am a hunter at heart. If left to my own devices and if...

Welcome to the "Perk Your Ears" Blog!

Hi everyone, welcome to my new blog. Here I will be discussing topics about dog training, companion animals, Humane Education, and...

What is your senior dog's retirement personality?