10 essential skills for every dog

For more information on each point below, visit the AKC website HERE! Accepting a friendly stranger. Sitting politely for petting. Appearance and grooming. Out for a walk, walking on a loose lead. Walking through a crowd. Sit down on command and staying in place....
why do dogs need enrichment?

why do dogs need enrichment?

The purpose of enrichment is to reduce stress in dogs and reinforce socialization practices. Providing a dog with enrichment allows the animal to have a sense of control over their environment, which can help to reduce and avoid stress. Social Enrichment One of the...
Keeping pets safe in cold weather

Keeping pets safe in cold weather

As winter settles in, Animal Humane Society urges pet owners to think twice when letting pets outside for extended periods of time. Temperatures below freezing along with wind chill can be dangerous, even deadly, for our domesticated pets. Keep your pets safe during...