Doggy Blog

June 9, 2011

Training Tips for Dog-Eat-Dog Sibling Rivalry

Dear Inquisitive Canine: I have two male Yorkshire terriers, Smokey and Charlie. They are about 2 years old, half-brothers (same father), and up until four months ago they slept together, played with each other and even ate and drank…

June 3, 2011

Dear Inquisitive Canine: Moving to a New Home With Pets, Part II

In our last column, “On the Move with Pets, Part I,” we addressed behavioral concerns from an inquisitive dog guardian who is on the move and relocating across the country with her husband and three dogs. We shared our…

May 9, 2011

Dear Inquisitive Canine: Moving to a New Home With Pets, Part I

Pre-trip tips for easing anxiety and helping dogs adjust to changing conditions Dear Inquisitive Canine: My husband and I will be moving across country in a few months (California to Pennsylvania), and we have three dogs that didn’t adjusted…

April 20, 2011

Include Your Dog During Easter Celebration

Easter Sunday is upon us this weekend. This often means family, friends, celebration of Spring and all that is new. It also means candy! Which includes those gooey filled chocolate eggs, and other delectable treats for children of all…

April 7, 2011

Hop Into Responsible Bunny Adoption This Easter

Welcome to Spring! April is here which means Easter is just around the corner. It also means bunny adoptions go way up! And with the movie HOP opening, they’re sure to skyrocket! But before you or someone you know…

April 1, 2011

Dog Training Tips for Chewing Mouthing & Nipping

Dear Inquisitive Canine: I recently purchased a Maltese/Pekingese mix. He is only 13 weeks old, but his biting habits are getting worse. No one can sit without him biting their feet or attacking their shoes. I have tried putting…

March 27, 2011

Dog Fundraising Event Hosted by Isla Vista’s Chino’s Rock and Tacos to Benefit K9 PALS

Bring your appetite to the Isla Vista location of Chino’s Rock & Tacos‘ Monday April 4th from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM where you can reward yourself and your tummy while helping out the inquisitive canine’s at K9 PALS!…

March 17, 2011

Big or Small This Dog Knows What He Wants When it Comes to Play

Dear Joan: Our dog Bill (named after the Humane Society officer who rescued him) is a year old, 24-pound beagle mix. We walked him on behalf of the Humane Society in a community parade, and now he’s a family…

March 4, 2011

Inquisitive Canine: Tips for Keeping ‘Ruff’ Housing From Getting Too Rough, Part II

In our recent Dear Inquisitive Canine column “Tips for Keeping ‘Ruff’ Housing From Getting Too Rough, Part I,” we addressed behavioral concerns from an Inquisitive Canine guardian regarding her 4-month-old puppy, Tucker, and her 3-year-old dog, Polo, both border…

March 3, 2011

How to Play Matchmaker, Introducing New Dog to Resident Dog

Dear Inquisitive Canine, Several years ago, I brought a new puppy into the family “to keep my older dog company.” The older dog was a male Yorkie, and the puppy was a female Cockapoo. I intentionally bought a female because I knew…