Halloween Safety for Dog Parents
Keep your dog safe on Halloween! Halloween may be full of fun frights for humans, but it can be truly spooky for our four-legged friends! This guide helps dog parents keep their pups calm, safe, and comfortable during the Halloween hustle and bustle. From candy hazards to costume confusion, you’ll learn how to protect your dog while still enjoying the festivities. First, it’s important to [...]
How to Identify Resource Guarding in Dogs
How to Identify Resource Guarding in Dogs Resource guarding happens when a dog tries to protect something valuable. It can include food, toys, people, or even space. Understanding dog body language is the key to preventing bites and improving safety. Early recognition helps owners respond calmly and effectively. A resource-guarding dog often shows clear signs. The dog may stop eating or lower its head over [...]
The Scoop on Scooping Poop
The Scoop on Scooping Poop Scooping poop is more than cleanliness—it is about health, safety, and community respect. Every responsible dog owner should understand why it matters. Dog poop is a serious slipping hazard. Everyone has stepped in poop and regretted it immediately. Scooping prevents messy shoes and dirty floors. More importantly, dog waste spreads dangerous bacteria and parasites. The Centers for Disease Control warns [...]
Beware the Giant African Land Snail
Beware the Giant African Land Snail By Kimberly "Kim" Archer, CPDT-KA, CTDI The Giant African Land Snail is an incredibly dangerous snail invasive to Florida, and it is also irradicated with an equally dangerous bait, metaldehyde. Florida has previously successfully eradicated these snails, and plans to do so again, but in the meantime everyone should remain vigilant for both themselves and their pets, as thousands [...]
Play, Don’t Train
Play, Don't Train By Angelica Steinker, M.Ed., C.D.B.C, CAP2 Are your clients less motivated then you would like them to be? Stop telling them to train their dogs, and start telling them to play. It's often much easier to get them to be consistent when they are having fun. Are you feeling a little bored with your own dog’s training? Stop training, and start playing! [...]
