Dog Training
Can Dogs Sense Pregnancy?
Dogs Have and INTENSE Sense of Smell We all have that image in our brains of the dog that can smell things from a mile away, but did you know that their noses are actually 40 times stronger than ours? According to the Phoenix Vet Center, dogs actually have up to 300 million olfactory receptors in…
Why is My Dog Being Destructive?
Many dog owners are familiar with catching your dog being naughty; going through the trash, eating a toy, or tearing up laundry are all destructive habits. This kind of behavior is typically learned over the years as dogs become more comfortable with their family. Although this behavior might have emerged, your dog most likely does…
The Best Slow Feeder Bowls for Dogs
If you notice your dog races to finish his meal, it may be time to look into buying a slow feeder dog bowl! Quickly devouring food isn’t a harmless quirk of your dog’s personality. There are real health dangers that should be taken seriously. In addition to choking and vomiting, dogs can develop gastric dilatation and…
Reasons to Adopt a Shelter Dog
If you’ve ever adopted a shelter pet, you understand how strong the bond is after rescuing a dog. Whether a puppy, mature dog, or senior, bringing home a shelter dog can be a rewarding experience for all involved. Looking for the top reasons to adopt? Look no further! Save a Life AND Provide a Loving…
Do Short Hair Dogs Get Cold in the Winter?
It may be February, but the weather outside is definitely still frightful! Cold weather brings concerns among owners of short haired dogs about whether their furry family members are getting too cold outside. This is a very real concern for pet parents to have, and you may be left asking at what point it’s actually…
The Cost of a Good Dog Trainer
What does a good dog trainer cost? Do you have a number in mind? Read on to find out if you’re in the ballpark. The short answer is, of course, it varies. But as dogs grow in esteem as valued family members, the value of having a polite dog is also growing. And let’s be…
Should you add a third dog to your family?
Social media is always blasting dog lovers’ feeds with pictures of dogs who need homes, or who have come from abusive situations. Even cute puppy pictures can ignite the urge to add to your family. At Sit Means Sit, Metro Detroit we are big advocates for multiple dog households in the right situation. There are…
Will your dog bite? The Speed of Aggression
“He just snapped.” “The bite came out of nowhere.” We hear statements like this quite a bit in our business. As trainers, our job is to help people deal with the aftermath of traumatic instances of aggression from the family pet. Communication between dogs and people is wrought with missteps and misunderstandings. Never is this…
TPLO Surgery: My personal insights and a conversation with Top Dog Health’s Dr. James St. Clair
Read to the end for a VIDEO: Booker’s first time on the underwater treadmill May 27th 2015 was a day I had been dreading for weeks. My worst nightmare with our working shepherd, Booker, had come true. He had a torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) and May 27th was the day he would have surgery….
How to train a show puppy
Maybe your breeder has asked you if you would be willing to show a puppy. Maybe you are curious about those dogs you watch on TV. Maybe you have a purebred and you are looking to learn about how to show a dog. One thing is certain – if you want a show dog who…