Leash training your puppy or adult dog is an important skill for them to learn, and with a little practice they’ll get it in no time! Puppies and adult dogs that haven’t been exposed to a leash, or a collar for that matter, may be very nervous when you hook a leash to them. Some may bite at it, spin in circles or simply freeze and refuse to move. It can be a scary experience, and it’s your job to help your dog see that the leash and collar aren’t so bad. Try these tips below

Puppies. They are super cute, cuddly, playful and everyone wants one. But now that you’ve gotten your new puppy home, you realize this may be more work than you realized. Puppies in reality are a lot of work and they take a lot of patience and commitment on your part. They bite, scratch, chew, poop and pee everywhere and are just misbehaved in general, but that’s the fun in having a puppy, right? You may wonder what in the world you’ve gotten yourself into, so here are some t

Crates, when used properly and humanely, are useful in many ways for your dog. They can be used to help with house training and keep your dog from destroying your house while you’re gone. They are useful during feeding time when you have multiple dogs. Crates are a good place to keep your dog when you can’t watch them to make sure they don’t get into anything they shouldn’t. Crates can also be used when introducing a new dog to your household. What Type of Crate Should You Ge

Whether you’re house training a puppy or adult dog you need a few things: patience, consistency and commitment. With these things house training can go quickly and easily, but you must always remember to stay calm and stick to it! You may find yourself using some house training skills for any new dog you bring home, whether they are a puppy with zero house manners or a dog that is house trained already. Even if a dog is already house trained, sometimes the new environment and

Do you know of the many foods and plants around your home that are toxic to your pets? Many foods that we humans love are quite toxic to our animal companions. There is an extensive list of plants that are also toxic to our pets, some of which are just our regular house plants. So, check out this list of toxic foods and plants, and if you have anything on the list, make sure your pet doesn’t get into it! This list was collected from a variety of sources to include the most co

Does it matter which brand you choose when buying dog or cat food? The answer is absolutely, YES! Your pet’s nutrition is just as important as yours, and not all dog and cat food is created equal. Some pet food is very poorly made with no quality ingredients in sight. Many pet foods are tailored to be appealing to the human eye, as well. Some dog food bags, for example, are colorful and covered in meat and vegetables making the human think the contents inside the bag will be

Our rescue strongly advocates spaying and neutering of dogs and cats. There are way too many homeless pets and most of them are euthanized before they have a chance at a real life. There are a lot of myths out there concerning spaying or neutering your pet. However, with the right information, you can come to understand the truths, benefits and importance of spaying and neutering. This list of Myths and Facts is courtesy of the Found Animals organization: Myth: It’s healthier

One of the reasons our rescue exists in the first place is because of pet overpopulation. Spaying or neutering your pet can not only improve their life, but also reduce the number of homeless pets. According to the ASPCA and HSUS, approximately 2.7 million dogs and cats are euthanized each year. That’s about one dog or cat euthanized every 11 seconds. YOU can help end this. Spaying and neutering helps save lives. Your dog or cat will benefit, too. See the list of spaying and

Retractable leashes. They seem great, right? You’re giving your dog freedom to move around and do “dog stuff” when you go for a walk. Retractables seem like a great idea, but they have far more risks than they’re worth. You and your dog could be injured, not to mention any other people or animals around you. So maybe you’re asking how exactly a dog leash could cause injury or have risks involved. For starters, take a look at a Flexi leash warning label: www.flexiusa.com Eye a