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January 4, 2011

Setting New Years Resolutions for Dogs Can Help Owners Achieve Their Own Goals Too

From what I’ve heard about New Years Resolutions, it appears humans like to set goals for themselves with the intention of changing their own behavior in one way or another. Well, since we’re venturing into a brand new year…

January 3, 2011

New Year’s Resolutions That Benefit Dogs and Dog Owners Alike

Dear Inquisitive Readers, Welcome to 2011! The new year is a great time to reflect on the past, as well as begin planning for the coming year. For many, this includes establishing “resolutions”. So my sidekick Poncho and I…

December 8, 2010

Dog Training Tips for Help Transition from Crate to Own Bed

Dear Inquisitive Canine, Hellooo, my name is Hazel and I have a question. I am an 18-month-old crazy retriever mix – a little Chessie, Golden and Lab all rolled into one. I think I am pretty smart, and I…

November 10, 2010

How to Teach an Old Dog New Tricks: Practice!

Dear Inquisitive Canine: My dog Andrew is an 8-year-old Boston terrier and, in almost all regards, is the perfect dog. I knew that training a dog was honestly the most important thing that I could do, to provide him…

November 1, 2010

Teaching Your Dog to Come When Called – Should be music to your dogs ears…

Our latest Dear Inquisitive Canine dog behavior advice question comes from a responsible dog mom who has concerns about her dog Andrew dashing out the door. (Door dashing is considered a fun sport amongst us canines). My certified professional…

October 1, 2010

Train Your Canine to Enjoy Being a Lapdog

The most recent Dear Inquisitive Canine dog behavior advice question we had revolved around a couple wanting to get their dog Ace to enjoy being a lapdog. Seems that this inquisitive canine would climb into their lap once in…

September 3, 2010

What to do About a Dog Who Digs Digging

This months Dear Inquisitive Canine dog behavior advice column is dedicated to a fellow inquisitive canine Harley. Seems that Harley is a fan of digging. Unfortunately his guardian’s aren’t appreciative of Harley’s abilities to re-landscape the yard. What a…

August 4, 2010

Inquisitive Canine: Jack Is Quick to Jump the Fence – Creating an inviting home environment can help motivate dogs to stay put

Hi, Joan: I have a dog named Jack who has an issue with jumping our backyard fence. We ride bikes every day, so it isn’t an exercise issue. We’ve also tried everything to make him stop, including using an…

July 1, 2010

Inquisitive Canine: Keep Pets Safe for a Fun Fourth – Plan ahead to ensure your dog stays comfortable and protected

Dear Inquisitive Dog Guardians: The Fourth of July is upon us once again, so my sidekick Poncho and I thought it would be a good time for some gentle reminders to help keep your beloved pets safe during this…

July 1, 2010

Being Smart, Safe and Sane About Your Pets This 4th of July

It’s party time once again! Yep. July 4th is just around the corner. Mom, being a certified professional dog trainer, and yours truly, being a safe and sane but party-loving inquisitive canine thought it’d be the perfect time to…