Dog Blog

Client’s Name: Janet Dog’s Name: “Sophie” City: Austin Breed: Goldendoodle Likes:Dig in the yard, play frisbee and ball. Walk with my husband on the golf course. Pet-Peeves:She doesn’t like to stay in Place or Come when called. Favorite Toy:Frisbee, ball, squeaky toys, eating antlers and bones. Favorite Treat: Anything Favorite Walk: Golf course and sand…

Ever had someone invade your personal space? Most of us have had that experience at some point, and if you’re not ready for it, it can be a pretty unsettling experience. Well, dogs have the same need for a degree of personal space at times

Dogs are PRESENT MINDED. They don’t need the pity that comes with the ‘rescue dog syndrome’ mindset. They need the stability and structure that we will provide for them to be able to move forward and forget the past that has brought them to their current situation. We can help their future be better by moving forward and never looking back.

Many people like to consider the dog they own to be a “guard dog”. One that will not only scare away “bad guys”, but will bite when the owner feels threatened…

Housebreaking requires a combination of creating a routine for your puppy, setting up a management system, and constant supervision. The more consistent you follow these guidelines, the quicker and more reliable your puppy will understand where to eliminate. Understanding Puppy Behavior Believe it or not, house-training is one of the easiest things to teach a dog because…

So you’re walking down the street and suddenly some strange person comes running up to you and gives you a big hug. What would you do? How does your dog feel when this happens to him?

Goofy Midas is still goofy but not when it is not safe or when it is inappropriate! So now he can go places with the family and spend more family time!

What if you can’t take your pet on vacation with you? Don’t just leave him at home and ask friends to feed him every day — give him the care and love he needs by boarding him.

The “dog days of summer” always seem to come early here in Central Texas and heat stroke is a killer, so here are some tips from the Sit Means Sit team to help you keep Fido safe this summer:

Client’s Name: Lauren Dog’s Name: “Millie” City: Austin Breed: Lab/Spaniel mix Likes:Swimming, playing at Auditorium Shores, playing fetch with a frisbee and snuggling on my mom’s bed. Pet-Peeves:Taking a bath 🙁 Favorite Toy:Her collection of rubber chickens in Santa & Mrs. Clause outfits. Playing fetch and squeaking the chickens are a daily occurrence. Favorite Treat:CET…