Challenging Dog Breeds: The Dangers of Rescuing a Breed That’s Not a Fit for You
Adopting a dog is one of the best decisions you can make! You’re helping save a pup’s life and you and your family get another furry friend to love on. It’s a win-win! But I see so many pet owners choose their rescue dog based purely on looks. They head over to the shelter and […]
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 […]
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 4: 5 Methods for Helping Your Rescue Dog Overcome Anxiety
If you’ve ever dealt with anxiety in your own life, you know how unpleasant the experience is. Now think about what it must feel like for a rescue dog who doesn’t understand why they are feeling nervous, anxious, and fearful. It’s devastating to watch a dog suffer with anxiety as they are unable to relax, may […]
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 […]
Rescue Dog Series Part 2: Putting an End to Aggressive Behaviors
As we dive into part two of my rescue dog series, we’re going to be talking about a very serious issue…aggression. Aggression (toward people and other animals) is one of the biggest reasons shelter dog’s get sent back to their rescue facility. It’s also a reason some people dump their rescue dogs on the side of […]
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 […]
