Hot Weather Dog Grooming: Should I Shave My Pup?
Hey there, It’s Doggy Dan, your friendly dog trainer 🙂 One non-training question I hear all the time from dog parents is “Doggy Dan, should I shave my dog?” I get it; we all want our four-legged family members to be comfortable in the heat and maybe, JUST MAYBE, it will help with all the […]
Should You Get a Doggy DNA Test? 3 Reasons One May Be Beneficial to You and Your Pup
Do you ever wonder why your dog looks the way he does? Or maybe where she got her silly personality ? Most important…do you know what health issues your pup might be up against simply due to his breed? All of these things can be uncovered through your pup’s unique DNA! You see, doggy DNA […]
Fake Turf Vs. Real Grass: The Pros and Cons of Accessible Grass Potty Patches for Dogs
Fake turf vs real grass potty patches: which one should you choose for your dog’s potty training and bathroom needs? In a traditional setting, the outdoors is the most ideal place where dogs potty. They just go, and nature takes care of the rest. But in reality, not all dogs have access to a yard! […]
5 Safety Rules to Protect Your Pup This Holiday Season
A lot changes in your household during the holiday season… Visitors come and go New decor is placed around your home Different food dishes are often prepared …and while all these things might be normal to you, they can be really confusing (and stressful!) to your pup! As we are just days away from celebrating […]
How to Find a Quality Dog Sitter/Walker Your Pup Will Love
During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, life gets busy! Suddenly you may find yourself booking plane tickets to visit relatives for the weekend on a whim, or skipping your normal lunch break to get some holiday shopping done. While this is a fun time for most people, it can take a toll […]
Dog Dental Hygiene: How to Keep Your Pup’s Teeth Clean
Many people go years and years without paying any attention to their dog’s teeth. Then, suddenly, a dog stops eating or gets sick and it turns out the dog has a rotten tooth or tooth infection. If this has happened to your dog, you’re not alone. In fact, most people have no idea that their […]
Winter Skin and Paw Care: How to Keep Your Dog Healthy in Cold Weather
It’s a scorcher here in New Zealand! But a lot of folks in the Northern Hemisphere are having other problems… During the winter months, it’s common for humans to suffer from dry skin or chapped lips. The reason: cold weather literally sucks the moisture out of us. What you might not know is that dogs […]
9 Ways on How to Keep a Dog Warm at Night: For Indoor and Outdoor Dog Care
Finding the best ways on how to keep your dog warm at night before winter starts is a must for every dog owner. Even our dog’s beautiful, thick fur isn’t enough to protect them from the relentless winter cold. There’s a common misconception that a dog’s fur is enough to keep them warm during the […]