communicating with dogs

Halloween Costumes for Dogs

It’s almost Halloween and you know what that means—costumes galore! You might be excited to dress your dog up, but before you go on a shopping spree, the first thing you should ask yourself is, “Should I be doing this with my dog?” Some factors to consider: Is my dog comfortable with clothes and costumes? …

Trainer Tips: Preparing for the 4th of July

Fireworks, cheering, loud music, and fun. These are a few things that come to mind when preparing for next month’s festivities. But what we don’t always think about are the dogs and other furry friends that get lost around this time of year. That’s why we’re here to give you some helpful tips and guidelines…

Sit Means Sit’s Head Start Puppy Program Sets Pups Up for Success

So you got a puppy. Your puppy is probably pretty cute—and good thing, too—otherwise we’d never forgive the stains on the carpet, the sharp little teeth grabbing onto our hands, the chewed-up socks, books, rugs, children’s toys and wood trim, the new holes appearing in the backyard and the constant, inextinguishable energy. It’s hard to…

What’s My Dog Trying to Tell Me? – A Simple Guide to Dog Body Language

Just like people, dogs communicate information through body language. Understanding what that body language is can help you better know what your dog is feeling or telling the other dogs around him. Here is a quick list of common body language that you should know as a dog owner. Remember not all dogs are the…