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  • Your puppy is eager to learn. Potty training with bells is a great way to house train your dog.
    October 13, 2020

    Potty Training Your Puppy with a Bell

    Potty training your puppy with bells can be one of the simplest and most reliable ways to housetrain your dog. The bell-training technique is a great way to help your puppy communicate his needs and ensure fewer accidents in your home. These tips can even work for older dogs that need to learn a new way of going potty outside.
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  • Dogs usually scratch their beds out of instinct.
    September 15, 2020

    Why Do Dogs Scratch Their Beds?

    Why do dogs scratch their beds before they lay down? If you have a dog, you've probably seen the ritual many dogs like to do before they lie down. They'll scratch at or dig around their bed before settling in for a nap. Sometimes the scratching can get a bit destructive, and you might start to worry. There's typically no need to be concerned though. Dogs enjoy scratching their beds because it helps "scratch" their territorial itch.
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  • Some senior dogs struggle with anxiety during the night. Here are some ways to help.
    September 3, 2020

    Why Does My Senior Dog Have Anxiety at Night?

    When evening arrives and everyone settles down for a good night's sleep, you want to hear the sounds of peaceful slumber, not the sounds of your dog restlessly whining, barking, pacing, or panting. Not only does your dog's restlessness disrupt your sleep, but it's also not helping your dog get the sleep he needs, either. If your dog is getting older, you might begin to notice these behaviors increasing in frequency. What is causing your senior dog anxiety at night? And how can you calm him and improve the situation?
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  • Teaching "place" is pretty simple if you follow patterns your dog can follow.
    August 4, 2020

    How to Teach a Dog the "Place" Command

    Have you ever heard the doorbell ring and suddenly your dog went crazy and couldn't stop barking? Or did you have someone over to visit and it was tough to concentrate because your dog wanted to play? Even the friendliest dogs can benefit from learning the "place" command. With this training, your pup will go to a cot or bed whenever you need him to be quiet. Teaching the command is actually simple and fun.

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  • How to Keep an Outside Dog Cool in the Summer
    July 16, 2020

    How to Keep an Outside Dog Cool in the Summer

    When the weather heats up, you may find yourself a little worried about your outside dog. It can get really hot sometimes, so you want to make sure your outside dog has ways to keep cool. The best approaches to keep an outside dog cool in the summer involve lots of shade away from the sun and cool water to drink.
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