German shepherd dogs (GSD), are one of the most popular dog breeds in the world. They are loyal companions, among the smartest dog breeds, hardworking, and just gorgeous animals to behold. Due to the high demand, German shepherd breeding can be an appealing idea. There is...
Raising a puppy can be a joy as well as a challenge. With the right canine training your new furry bundle of love can be a joy to be around for yourself, your friends, children, and other dogs.
Puppies are impressionable and their behavior can be influenced from birth. Traumatic events can leave them with stunted social skills and hurdles to becoming well socialized. It is not uncommon for a puppy to have an experience early in life that leads them to an aversion towards a relatively safe or nonthreatening experience or situation.
Training your puppy can be about much more than just commands and compliance. Exposure to different things and situations and building a normalization of things that could be perceived as threatening, can be a vital part of dog obedience.
If you are looking to adopt a certain breed of dog, or from specific dog breeders, then you may have to wait at times. If the breeder you like has just bred a litter, then there will be a period of time before more puppies...
We all look forward to going on vacation, but if you have a dog, then there is a layer of stress on top of the thought of relaxation. When we pet owners are away from home, then we worry about our animals, and we want...
Canine training is not a one-size-fits-all effort. Every dog is different and has different needs, so it’s important to tailor your training to your specific dog. However, there are some dog obedience techniques that are more popular and work more often than others. When you...
Rescuing an adult dog is a wonderful way to save a life and enrich your own. However, choosing to adopt a dog from reputable dog breeders allow you to find exactly what you and your family want and need in a new dog. Every breed...
One of the main things that all new dog owners in San Antonio and New Braunfels worry about is training their new pet. It takes dedication and patience and often involves having to clean up some stinky messes from time to time. Dog adoption is...
One of the most important aspects of building a trusting relationship between you and your dog is dog obedience training. Together under the guidance of a dog trainer you will work and communicate to accomplish goals. Not only that, but all too often, untrained dog...
Dogs are not just our pets to most of us. They are family. Bringing a dog into your home means years of love, companionship, and loyalty. It also means years of responsibility that includes Veterinary visits, regular feedings, grooming, and training. Not everyone is cut out to be a pet owner so before you adopt, and hopefully you will adopt from a dog rescue facility, be sure you take these factors into consideration.
There are several options for dog adoption in the San Antonio and New Braunfels areas, but the best, and most ethical way is probably through a dog rescue. Buying a pet from a pet store means there’s a good chance the animal came from a puppy mill. Puppy mills do not place the dogs’ well-being at the top of their priority list. A rescue takes animals from difficult or abusive relationships and works to find loving, forever homes. Here are some reasons why it is best to avoid certain animal sellers and adopt through a dog rescue.
Leaving your pet for an extended period is not easy. Even if you are going on the vacation of a lifetime, you will still spend time missing your pooch and wondering how they are doing. Since you know it can be difficult for you, imagine how hard it might be for your dog. Dog boarding is a great option, but it can be stressful for everyone. There are some things you can do, however, to reduce the stress and make their stay at a dog kennel a little easier on them.