It can be stressful planning a trip, and as for lining up a pet care sitter with the help of a computer, pet lovers rarely understand how to go about finding the perfect companion for their “best friend”. Can they simply look through youtube videos, special interest sites, or should they enlist the services of a pet-sitting firm? How should they know someone’s qualifications and true nature and know that a certain candidate is a good fit? Perhaps the easiest and most reliab... Read Full Story

Training with the Wireless Electric Dog Fence If you have bought a wireless electric dog fence or just planning to get one, you know that the system works best not in simple containment of your pet. It is most effective when your dog is trained with it on how to remain in single area. If your dog can be trained, then you do not have to worry about him wandering around and perhaps getting into an accident or causing property damage. This is the reason why it is superior to the leash or fence. ... Read Full Story

Does your dog demonstrate signs of fear and nervousness when left alone?  Separation anxiety has become a bit of a “catch-all” phrase in the dog world but dog’s can experience varying levels of anxiety, fear and nervousness when left on their own.  For serious cases with complex causes, especially if your dog has become self destructive, consulting a Dog Trainer who is a qualified Behavior Analyst is recommended. When trying to help your pooch become relaxed and calm when left alone the first... Read Full Story

You may have been into your neighbors’ house and were impressed by what you saw: a dog plays around freely in a space but does not get past certain flags. Imagine that it was your own dog. You would have no more complaints from angry neighbors, and your dog can actually enter the house without leaves on his fur. By asking your neighbor, you find out that he is using an invisible electric dog fence. With it, you can now scrap the plans for a picket fence. Your dog will dig under it anywa... Read Full Story

Have you noticed lately that your dog is constantly licking and scratching?  There are many possibilities as to why this is happening and it is very important that you move quickly to diagnose the problem for the sake of your dog’s well being, and your sanity as well.  Skin problems can be very troublesome for you dog and can leave him very uncomfortable which can lead to lack of sleep and other health issues.  Here are some steps you can take to diagnose the problem and get your dog back on ... Read Full Story

Have you noticed lately that your dog is constantly licking and scratching?  There are many possibilities as to why this is happening and it is very important that you move quickly to diagnose the problem for the sake of your dog’s well being, and your sanity as well.  Skin problems can be very troublesome for you dog and can leave him very uncomfortable which can lead to lack of sleep and other health issues.  Here are some steps you can take to diagnose the problem and get your dog back on ... Read Full Story

Who doesn’t love puppies? If you’re thinking about bringing one home, or the little yipping ball of fur is already in your house, then you really need to know what to feed and what not to feed the little guy. You probably already know this but puppyhood is the most important developmental time in a dog’s life. A puppy’s nutritional needs are very different from that of an adult dog. What you feed him and how you feed him will play a large role in his development into a... Read Full Story

Who doesn’t love puppies? If you’re thinking about bringing one home, or the little yipping ball of fur is already in your house, then you really need to know what to feed and what not to feed the little guy. You probably already know this but puppyhood is the most important developmental time in a dog’s life. A puppy’s nutritional needs are very different from that of an adult dog. What you feed him and how you feed him will play a large role in his development into a... Read Full Story

Since 1999,  I’ve written about the Goldendoodle.  When I first began writing about this lovely hybrid,  I admit that I didn’t know too much about the dog since the year 1999 was the first time I had ever mixed a Poodle with a Golden Retriever to deliberately create a hybrid dog.   There was very little information over the internet about the mix and this is why I began writing about the Goldendoodle in the first place.   Over the years,  my own information has changed because it... Read Full Story

Since 1999,  I’ve written about the Goldendoodle.  When I first began writing about this lovely hybrid,  I admit that I didn’t know too much about the dog since the year 1999 was the first time I had ever mixed a Poodle with a Golden Retriever to deliberately create a hybrid dog.   There was very little information over the internet about the mix and this is why I began writing about the Goldendoodle in the first place.   Over the years,  my own information has changed because it... Read Full Story