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Bringing a new puppy into your home is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences, but it can also feel a bit overwhelming....

Adopting a pet can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience for seniors. Pets provide companionship, encourage a more active lifestyle,...

The holidays are a great time to add to your family-whether it’s a puppy or an older dog.  Sometimes breeders have litters due just in...

Some people experience the "puppy blues" after getting their new puppy.

In previous blog posts (see below) we’ve talked about why it’s important to keep all dogs on leash in public and what to do if you are...

If you have ever been attacked by an off leash dog, this scenario may seem all too familiar. One of my dog training clients and I were...

Congratulations! You just adopted a puppy or older dog and want to train them to be the best companion they can be.  There are so many...

Ten or 15 years ago, Daleville was a sleepy little town 20 minutes north of Roanoke on Route 220. But over time, Daleville has grown to...

One of the easiest ways to have a happy, healthy dog is simply to walk.  It doesn’t have to be a long walk but as you’ll see in the...

When I chat with a potential dog training client, I explain that I am what’s called a “positive trainer”-that I use treats or toys or...

‘Tis the fall season and pumpkins are everywhere. . .on doorsteps and porches, in cookies and candy, and even in our coffee! But pumpkin...

Having your dog jump on guests can be embarrassing but there are things you can do to stop the problem behavior.

Stardogz Inc. is celebrating its first year of operation this month. The non-profit was born in February of 2022 by co-founders...

You’ve just adopted a dog or perhaps you’re thinking about adopting but want some professional help with training. Maybe you want to...

Several months ago, someone in one of the online Facebook groups that I’m part of asked what we pet professionals thought a potential...

Guest post by Susan (last name withheld by request) Every dog and cat should have a Pet Directive. Here’s why. This past month I was...

Dog parks have become a great source or recreation-for dogs and their owners-over the past several years, especially for those owners who...

I’ve tried a number of harnesses over the years but my favorite go-to harness has become The Freedom No-Pull Harness. Problems with other...

Dog theft is nothing new. Perhaps you heard the story last year about Lady Gaga’s dog walker being shot and her dogs stolen. Since the...

Questions to ask when deciding whether to hire a pet sitter or board your cat.