Blog Articles
Common Puppy Issues and How to Survive Them Without Losing Your Sanity
Ah, puppies. Tiny little balls of fur, energy, and utter chaos. One minute they’re snoozing sweetly, and the next they’re tearing through your home like they’ve downed an espresso. (Spoiler alert: don’t leave your coffee mug unattended.) We all love our pups, but they come with a few quirks, let’s call them. Here are some of the most common puppy issues—and yes, you’ll survive. Probably. 1. Potty Training: The Art of Constant Vigilance Puppy pee. It’ll test your reflexes. One second your pup is circling, and if you’re not on top of things, boom—there goes your rug. Potty training is a bit … Read more
Donna Thorne
How to Help (& Train) Your Dog to Relax: Because Even Dogs Need a Spa Day!
Let’s be honest—if dogs could talk, I’m pretty sure they’d say, “Why is everyone so stressed out all the time?” But as much as we’d like our furry companions to be Zen masters who lead us into a world of endless calm, the truth is that dogs get stressed too. The doorbell rings, a leaf blows by, a squirrel makes eye contact, and boom—chaos! Teaching your dog to relax is just as important as teaching them to sit or come when called, and the good news is, it’s easier than convincing your dog to ignore a sausage on the pavement … Read more
Donna Thorne
Why I Use Positive Reinforcement Training (and Why Your Dog Will Thank Me For It)
Let’s start with the obvious: I train dogs using positive reinforcement because it works. But not just in a “gets the job done” way, more in a “creates a dog that actually wants to listen to you” way. And let’s be honest, wouldn’t we all prefer a dog who’s wagging their tail with glee, rather than one side-eyeing you like you’ve just taken away their Netflix privileges? What is Positive Reinforcement? It’s pretty simple, really. Positive reinforcement is all about rewarding your dog for doing the right thing. You ask for a sit, and they plonk their bum on the ground—boom! Treat … Read more
Donna Thorne
