How to Safely Socialize Your Dog with Other Household Pets
Getting a new pet is a really exciting event! Whether it be a second family dog, a new bunny, or a flock of chickens there’s nothing better than opening your home to a new furry (or feathery or scaly) family member! But what happens when your new and current pets don’t get along? More specifically, […]
Rescue Dog Series Part 5: Solving Inappropriate Elimination Issues
When you think about potty accidents in the house, you most likely picture a new puppy who is just learning where it’s appropriate to use the bathroom. But, what happens when you bring home a two-year-old dog…or a six-year-old or a ten-year-old that you find out still uses your carpet as a spot to relieve themselves? This […]
5 Ways You Can Give Back to Your Local Dog Rescue This Holiday Season
It’s the season of giving, and what better way to give back than by supporting a local dog rescue in your community? The best part… Giving doesn’t have to mean buying gifts and spending more. Giving can simply be the act of volunteering some of your time to help a dog in need. Not sure […]
Christmas Puppies: Are You Truly Ready for the Responsibility of a Dog?
Imagine this… You wake up on Christmas morning. The trimmed tree is glimmering with lights. A fresh pot of coffee is brewing in the kitchen. Snowflakes are gently falling outside the window. And to top it all off, a tiny little puppy is snuggled up under a tree branch waiting for your children to wake […]
Rescue Dog Series Part 3: 5 Steps to Successfully Acclimate A Rescue Dog Into Your Home
There’s a lot of excitement and anticipation about bringing a new dog into your home! And much like bringing home a new baby, there’s also some prep work involved to ensure the transition is smooth. While most dogs—regardless of whether they are adults or puppies—require similar setups and routines, there are a few things to […]
Doggy Dan’s 7-Step System for Keeping Your Dog Off the Furniture
You’ve just bought a brand-new furniture set and you’ve set it up in your living room. Fifteen minutes later your dog comes in from digging in the dirt, jumps on your new couch, and leaves muddy footprints all over your new upholstery. How frustrating is that? If you’re struggling to keep your pup off your […]
What To Do If My Dog Is Aggressive: Rescue Dog Series Part 2
Googling “what to do if my dog is aggressive?” and still not getting the results you desperately wanted? I have a mind-blowing secret that’s made many dog owners say “I CAN’T BELIEVE THIS IS POSSIBLE!” A dog’s aggression toward people and other animals is one of the biggest reasons shelter dogs get sent back to […]
Rescue Dog Series (Part 1): 5 Ways to Help Your Dog Overcome Resource Guarding Behavioral Issues
If you’ve followed me for any period of time, have read my blogs, watched my podcasts, or followed me on social media, you know that I am a huge advocate for rescuing dogs. Adopt don’t shop! It warms my heart to see and hear from so many of you that have rescued dogs. Thanks for […]
Doggy Dan’s Training Tips: How to Potty Train an Adult Dog
A lot of people tend to struggle with potty training their pets…particularly new puppies! But, over the last few months I’ve gotten many requests asking me to talk about potty training older dogs. I can see where people might struggle here…especially if your new canine companion is an older dog who came from a rescue! […]