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The Well-Trained Dog
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Keep Your Pets Safe Around Trick-or-Treaters
Halloween is almost here and that means very soon young trick-or-treaters will be at your door, begging for candy. It’s a fun activity...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Overcoming Your Dog's Fear of Halloween Decorations
A couple of weeks ago one of my dog training clients noted that her dog was “freaking out” at a neighbor’s Halloween ghost decorations...
The Well-Trained Dog
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What Will Happen to Your Pets When You Die?
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...
The Well-Trained Dog
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The Pros and Cons of Invisible Fences
Invisible fences have become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to give dogs some freedom while not straying out of their yard....
The Well-Trained Dog
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Virginia Tech Study on Behavioral Euthanasia
You’ve tried trainers, behaviorists, management and meds but your dog is still aggressive and biting people. At this stage, behavioral...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Trust Your Dog
“Trust Your Dog”. Three simple words. They were on a t-shirt worn by a woman at a barn hunt trial in Harrisonburg over the Memorial Day...
The Well-Trained Dog
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The Pros and Cons of Dog Parks
Dog parks have become a great source or recreation-for dogs and their owners-over the past several years, especially for those owners who...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Easter Fun for You and Your Dog
The Easter season signals the start of spring with the days becoming warmer, daylight staying around longer and beautiful flowers...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Why It's Important to Socialize Your Dog
A few weeks ago I posted a question in a Roanoke Valley pet page. . .”What do you wish you would have known before you got your puppy?” A...
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