Have you begun to notice that your dog, when outside in your yard, goes crazy at the fence and shows aggression toward anyone who passes even somewhat nearby? This general behavior is known in the dog training world as fence fighting, and it can be stressful for both owners and dogs themselves — luckily, if …
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In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basics on how dog owners who work from home can stop their pups from interrupting during work or other important tasks. Work-from-home arrangements have spiked heavily in the US over the last couple years, with many more meetings taking place via Zoom or …
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The last 18 months have featured more “work from home” situations than ever before in our society, and many of us are still operating partially or fully from a home office for our jobs. This often means a number of online meetings via tools like Zoom or Skype, but those with fun-loving dogs may have …
Dog Interrupting Orem Home Work: Exercise and Hobbies Read More »
In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basic themes to consider when you’re thinking of introducing your dog(s) to one or more cats. While it’s true that some dog-cat relationships aren’t perfect, there are many things you can do as a pet owner to position both animals for the ideal …
Introducing Dogs to Cats: Stages of Comfort and Interaction Read More »
If many forms of popular culture are to be believed, dogs and cats hate each other no matter what. And while this sort of interplay you may have seen in cartoons or movies isn’t entirely accurate, it’s true that because these are completely different species of animal with very different instincts and behaviors, there can …
Introducing Dogs to Cats: Cat Choice and Meeting Location Read More »
In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basics on new puppy owners and how they can deal with a pup that loses its mind every time its owner uses the bathroom. This is one of the earliest forms of separation anxiety some puppies will go through, but luckily there are …
Puppy Owner Bathroom Trips: Teaching Independence Themes Read More »
For those who recently brought a new puppy home, or even those who have done so at any point in the past, you may have dealt with a condition that’s somewhat common among younger dogs: Your pup panics when you leave them alone to go to the bathroom. Most frequent among especially young puppies, this …
Utah Puppy Owner Bathroom Trips: Managing Puppy Anxiety Read More »
While there are several different specific programs or formats for dog training out there, many contain similar concepts and themes. One of the most well-known guides that helps summarize a very simple approach to dog training is known as the Humane Hierarchy of dog training, which was created by Dr. Susan Friedman. At Innovative K9 …
Humane Hierarchy of Dog Training: Basics, Early Levels Read More »
There are a variety of issues certain dogs may have with varying items they’re associated with, and the collar or harness is a common example. Many Utah dog owners will see issues where their pups run away or otherwise resist when it’s time to put on their harness or collar – luckily, there are some …
Helping Utah Dog Owners With Harness Hesitancy Issues Read More »
If you’re preparing for a puppy, chances are you know the initial period after bringing your new friend home will often be a whirlwind. The first 30 days with a new puppy are often the most intriguing and possibly stressful, as you show your new pet their new surroundings and get them familiar with the …
First 24 Hours With a Puppy: Preparation, Time off and Areas Read More »
