Dog Training Articles & Advice
Browse our growing library of dog training posts on everyday manners, seasonal safety, exercise, nutrition, and behaviour. Whether you are raising a new puppy or refining skills with an older dog, these articles offer practical, down-to-earth guidance for pet parents in and around Fort Wayne.
Recent Dog Training Posts
Four Top Etiquette Tips for Your Dog
Even a beloved dog can sometimes bother the people around them. Turning a pup into a courteous companion takes patience and steady practice, and these four etiquette pointers can help you get there.
Read the etiquette tips · Join the conversation · March 2018 archive
Safety Tips to Keep Your Dog Warm in Cold Weather
Spring may be on the way, but cold days can still linger. These chilly-weather safety tips help you keep your dog warm and protected when temperatures drop.
Read the winter warmth tips · Leave a comment · February 2018 archive
Is My Dog Getting Enough Exercise?
What does your dog actually do while you are away from home? Likely a mix of napping and trips to the food bowl. This article explores how much activity your dog really needs and how to tell whether they are getting enough.
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Top 5️⃣ Lies New Dog Owners Believe
A helpful read for Fort Wayne families with dogs. The article spans three pages, so use the arrows at the bottom to move through each section.
Read the top five myths · See the comments · November 2017 archive
How I Cured My Dog’s Cancer
A personal story of one owner’s journey supporting their dog through cancer.
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Should You STOP Feeding Grain Free?
How much sugar should be in your diet? Probably not much — and the same goes for your dog. This post explains how carbohydrates, starches, and sugars relate, and what that means for your dog’s food.
Read the grain-free article · Join the discussion · October 2017 archive
Why You Should Feed Your Dog Veggies
Recent findings on canine digestion, cancer risk, and the foods that help or harm health are worth knowing. An infographic in this post highlights the key points.
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⛈Overcoming Fear of Storms in Dogs⛈
Does your dog panic when storms arrive? Helping a dog overcome storm fear can be challenging, especially if you misread how your dog interprets your reactions. Every dog is different, and this post explains where to begin.
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Agility Games to Boost Training
This infographic shares quick, simple, and fun agility exercises you can do with your dog. Agility builds confidence and strengthens communication between you and your pup.
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How Many Words Can a Dog Understand?
The answer is 1,000 — an impressive number. Our understanding of canine behaviour and psychology has grown a great deal over the past decade, and much of that progress comes from ongoing research.
Read the word study · See the comments · February 2015 archive
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