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When it comes to puppies, sometimes we need to get to the fundamental puppy protocols. Let’s address chewing. There are three choices: Let them chew, chew, chew. Stop them from chewing and move them away from it. Stop them from chewing and give them something appropriate to chew on instead. It is easy to pick... Continue Reading →
There is something to be said about consistency. Dogs love it. I am pretty sure Dixie loves it, and so do I. One small joy in life is that I can put Dixie in her crate at night without a fuss and wake up to peace and quiet. It is a little trickier if your... Continue Reading →
This post is not about the ins and outs of potty training. It is about what you can try if you are potty training in wintry, snowy weather. It adds an extra layer to potty training fun, especially if your dog prefers to avoid walking on snow. I knew there would be a snowstorm on... Continue Reading →
When I think of puppy school, I envision a bunch of cute puppies playing and learning a few basic activities. It is not real training; it is more for socialization and fun. What could be wrong with that? In my mind, it was going to be a rosie posey world. Then again, it is Dixie... Continue Reading →
Congratulations to all the dog owners who have trained their dogs to walk off-leash. It is a good feeling to watch your dog roaming free, yet there is still a time and place for it. Unfortunately, some dog owners get so wrapped up in their dog's ability to go off-leash at home and in familiar... Continue Reading →
Here are some snippets of Dixie learning to catch a frisbee.
I wanted to teach Dixie to catch a frisbee from virtually the day I got her (nothing wrong with aspirations). Knowing she could not go from zero to frisbee queen overnight left me to devise a plan. I had to start somewhere, so I started with to start with small pieces of strawberries. Image by... Continue Reading →
Dixie the Pony Dog 