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Our mission is to help you raise a happy, healthy, and well-behaved dog through companionship, nutrition, and training! Every week we cover topics like dog behavior tips, debates about dog p...
This is the final Perfect Pup Episode (at least for the foreseeable future). Thank you SO much for all of your support over the years! The w...
The caliber and talent of dogs competing at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is top-notch. Most of these dogs (and their humans) practic...
There are many instances where you need to learn how to clean a puppy without bathing! Maybe they’re scared of water, they have a wound that...
Learning ways to train a dog faster is advantageous for you AND your pup! As you improve your skills as the teacher, it will in turn improve...
The most important way I’ve kept my house clean (with multiple dogs) is by cleaning my dog’s paws after each walk. While it may sound like a...
Focusing on a dog’s recall training should be at the top of every pup parent’s to-do list! Not only can it keep your dog safe and give you p...
This is truly the last topic I want to write about, but I know how important it is and hopefully, it can help at least one person in this pa...
Stumble into any community or group of pup parents (online or in person) and you’ll likely hear the debate about whether you should let your...
When wondering how much freedom a puppy should have, remember this… The more freedom you give, the more opportunities you give a puppy to ma...
There are two principles and concepts that completely changed my understanding of training and raising a well-mannered dog. LIMA dog trainin...
All dogs have butts. And similarly, many dogs will at one point or another scoot on their butt across the floor, grass, or even sidewalk (ye...
While many people know grapes and chocolate are dangerous for dogs, did you know xylitol is poisonous for dogs too?! The artificial sweetene...
Feeling sluggish? Not feeling mentally alert? Struggling to make decisions? You may just need to pet a dog… At least, that’s what the initia...
While you may be wanting to know how many times a day you should walk your dog, I want to convince you in this article to think about this q...
You come home to a chewed-up shoe, see your dog avoiding eye contact or making themself look small, and wonder… do dogs feel guilt? 🤔 The v...
Running with your dog can be a very effective way to improve the health and happiness of your pup and you, the human! While jogging can be r...
The choice to relinquish a dog to a shelter is often one that weighs heavily on the pup parent. It is in most cases seen as a last resort, a...
While most of us know the damage stereotypes can do to us humans, what role do they play for our pups?! We often put “labels” and stereotype...
While most of our homes or apartments have the dog staples like a bed, water bowl, and toys, there are some truly unique dog household items...
While most of us have heard the term ‘therapy dog’, what therapy dogs actually do remains a bit of a mystery to many! In this episode, I’ll...
While the idea of taking your pup with you to all the dog-friendly restaurants, cafes, and stores can seem extremely enticing, some dogs jus...
I’m here to tell you first and foremost, dog mom (or dad) guilt is totally normal. Let that sink in for a second… We all want to be the abso...
While we often think of food as a dog’s strongest reinforcement, your attention (eye contact, petting/scratches, talking, etc) can be almost...
While jumping can seem cute when you have a small puppy, it drastically changes when that little pup turns into a full-grown dog. Understand...
Too often as pup parents, we try to fix or train “bad” behaviors while they are happening. Unfortunately, we often feel overwhelmed, embarra...
Treats are part of every dog’s life, but how many treats per day can your dog have?! 54% of dogs are either overweight or obese. And unfortu...
The next time you’re tempted to think your pup is being “naughty, bad, or disrespectful”, it may help to remember that dogs are opportunists...
I remember being a young dog sitter and taking the dog on a walk, seeing him sniff a dog’s butt, and alarmingly wondering to myself ‘WHY do...
Dogs can play a huge role in our mental health journey. But, is it always “improvements”?! I sat down with Chrissy Lawler, a licensed therap...
Wherever you interact with other pup parents, you’ve probably experienced the harness vs collar debate. While it comes down to your preferen...
While online learning is valuable beyond compare, there’s something to be said about education through physical books (or ebooks if you must...
Imagine wearing a jacket all day long in the middle of July… That’s essentially what our dogs do! And unfortunately, dog heat stroke is a se...
Every year millions of pets are lost or run away. And unfortunately, not having a dog microchip makes it 2.4x LESS likely that you’ll be reu...
Some things in life are never fun. Like, cleaning up dog vomit. But, by using a simple item like puppy pads, you can make that clean-up abou...
After about the 73rd puppy bite of the day, I looked down at my bloodied hands and wondered aloud… WHY do puppies bite so much?! I tried all...
In the vast majority of cases, crate training is extremely beneficial. But is it necessary..? Many pup parents questioning the necessity of...
Often the first thing new pup parents search for is puppy potty training tips (no one wants to clean pee from their carpet constantly). And...
One of the most common questions in our private online community is “how long does it take to train a puppy”. Often, that wonder is accompan...
You’re a better pup parent than you think. And in this article, I’ll tell you exactly why I believe that to be true. We’ll also talk about d...
While there are many many ways to raise a pup, there are generally agreed-upon ways to be a responsible dog parent! And being a responsible...
The way we choose to train our puppies can have long-term effects on their mental well-being, and behavior! Unfortunately, I made the mistak...
While there isn’t one simple answer, generally speaking puppies calm down (at least a little bit) when they stop growing. But it’s not that...
A counter surfing dog can be extremely frustrating and dangerous. And while there are some things you can do to reduce counter surfing, we h...
Taking dogs on vacation can typically go one of two ways. Outcome #1: Enjoyable for everyone (dog included), fun, and relaxing Outcome #2: S...
Do you regret getting a puppy? Let me tell you first, you are NOT alone! Raising a puppy (or any age dog) is challenging, sometimes frustrat...
Learning how to break up a dog fight is unfortunately a necessary skill for every pup parent. While I hope you don’t actually have to use th...
There is only one time when you shouldn’t be training your puppy… When he or she is asleep! 💤 And while that may seem far-fetched or unreal...
For most of history, humans have regarded dogs as animals with specific jobs. But in recent history, these animals have become pets only. Is...
Do the words we use in dog training matter? In this episode, we break down why the distinction of “cue” vs “command” matters and how it can...
A couple of the most challenging experiences as a pup parent can be finding a good vet and finding dog-friendly places in your area! In this...