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Can I Feed My Dog Fruit?

What fruit can my dog eat?

Do you hesitate to feed your dog fruit?  Sometimes it can be hard to wade through all the information that is out there about what food is safe and what is not safe for your dog.  The Whole Dog Journal is here again to help us learn what is good and what is not.

Check out this short read HERE.

As always, if you are having behavioral issues with your pup, please give us a call.  We want to help!

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Why Crate Training Is Good

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Welcoming a new puppy or adopting a dog into your home is an exciting and rewarding experience. However, with this new addition comes the responsibility of training them to become well-behaved and comfortable in their new surroundings. One effective and humane method of training is crate training. While some might have reservations about using a crate, this blog will explore the merits of crate training for puppies and adopted dogs, highlighting its positive impact on their well-being and behavior.

Security and Comfort

Crate training provides a sense of security and comfort for your new furry friend. Similar to a den in the wild, a crate becomes their safe haven—a space they can call their own. Dogs are den animals by nature, and a properly introduced crate becomes a cozy retreat where they can relax, nap, and unwind without feeling anxious or overwhelmed.

House Training Made Easier

One of the most significant advantages of crate training is its aid in housebreaking your puppy or newly adopted dog. Dogs naturally avoid soiling their living space, and a crate encourages them to hold their bladder and bowels until you can take them outside for a designated potty break. By establishing a routine and rewarding appropriate behavior, you’ll expedite the house-training process and reduce accidents around the house.

Preventing Destructive Behavior

Puppies and dogs often display destructive behaviors when left alone or unsupervised. Chewing furniture, shoes, and other household items can be frustrating and expensive. Crate training can prevent these destructive habits by keeping your furry companion confined to a safe area when you’re unable to supervise them closely. Over time, as they mature and learn appropriate behaviors, you can gradually allow them more freedom around the house.

Stress-Free Travel

Whether you’re going on a road trip or need to visit the veterinarian, crate-trained dogs have an advantage when it comes to traveling. Familiar with their crate, they will feel less anxious and more secure in unfamiliar environments. This reduces travel-related stress and ensures a smoother experience for both you and your pet.

Emergency Situations and Vet Visits

In case of emergencies or medical treatments, a dog accustomed to being in a crate will find it less distressing to be confined for short periods. Veterinary visits, post-operative care, or times when rest and limited movement are necessary become much easier with a dog who sees the crate as a positive space.

Positive Behavioral Development

Crate training encourages positive behavioral development. As your puppy or dog associates the crate with positive experiences, they learn discipline and patience. Additionally, crate training can aid in managing separation anxiety, as the crate provides a secure environment that helps them cope with being alone for short periods.

Crate training offers a myriad of merits for both puppies and adopted dogs. It provides them with a safe and secure space while aiding in housebreaking and preventing destructive behaviors. Crate training promotes positive behavioral development and eases stress during travel and vet visits. Remember, crate training should always be done in a positive and gradual manner, respecting the dog’s needs and preferences.

As responsible pet owners, it is essential to make the crate a positive and comfortable environment for our four-legged friends. With patience, consistency, and plenty of positive reinforcement, crate training can lead to a happy, well-adjusted, and well-behaved companion for life.

All of our trainers believe in the value of crate training your pup!  Find the best trainer and training class for you here!

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10 Most Important Things to Teach A Puppy

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Puppies!  Puppies everywhere!

It’s not unusual to see lots of new pups around the holiday season.  Whether you were the lucky recipient of a new family member recently, or are looking to get one in the future, here are 10 good things to teach a puppy from the get go.

Thanks to the Whole Dog Journal, once again for this good advice!

  1. Importance of socializing your puppy
  2. Leaving your puppy alone sometimes
  3. House-training
  4. Letting your puppy chew on things
  5. Using positive methods
  6. Showing your puppy some fun
  7. A fast recall
  8. Value of human touch
  9. Good car-riding skills
  10. Learning trust

Read more about each of the 10 training tips here.

AZ Dog Sports has a variety of puppy training options to choose from.  To check out all your options and choose the best one for you, look here.

 

Stop Puppy Biting

We like to find great outside advice for you when we see fit.  And once again, our friends at Whole Dog Journal have come through for us!

Lots of families will be getting new puppies during the upcoming holiday season.  To help with this new adventure, we wanted to give you a place to go for good puppy training advice.

One of the first things you notice about a puppy is how they love to nip or playfully bite at you.  This is normal, but can be painful at times.  The Whole Dog Journal has this great article titled “Five Steps to Stop Puppy Biting” that we think gives some great tips on how to curb your pups enthusiasm for your fingers.

Check it out here.

8 Things to Look Forward to Doing With Your Dog This Fall

It’s time to make some moves.

Our dogs have been waiting all summer for us to get out and play with them!

We have come up with a list of 8 fun things you can do with your dog this fall.

  1. Nature Walks – there are plenty around the valley, or even maybe in your own backyard
  2. Pumpkin Picking – check your local patches and call to ask about bringing a dog in, some of them are dog-friendly!
  3. Playing Frisbee at the park – be safe always and stay away from busy streets or other busy areas.
  4. Taking a trip to a lake up north to see the fall colors – go where the trees are!
  5. Trying a new sport like Parkour, outdoor rally, outdoor agility, or herding – check out our fun outdoor class page…
  6. Join in on a Flyball team.  Flyball is a great competitive sport that uses a ball with relays and jumps. If your dog is athletic and driven to retrieve, this is the sport for them! Look up Flyball teams in your area.
  7. Bake fall dog treats using pumpkin or squash with maple flavoring – YUM!
  8. Run through a corn maze together!

Enjoy this Arizona Fall weather by getting out and trying one of these!

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