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MannersMinder (Treat & Train) Helps Solve Resource Guarding with Other Dogs

MannersMinder (Treat & Train) Helps Solve Resource Guarding with Other Dogs

Jan 6th, 2012 – The MannersMinder (Treat & Train) can be used to help in multiple dog households. In this case, one owner used it to help fix her dog's resource guarding. Read More »

Dog Product Review:  Jonesy’s Favorite Things!

Dog Product Review:  Jonesy’s Favorite Things!

Dec 24th, 2011 – A lot of new dog products come out each year. Here are some of Jonesy's favorite things of 2011! Read More »

Outfox® Field Guard: How to Enjoy Summer Without the Fear of Foxtails

Outfox® Field Guard: How to Enjoy Summer Without the Fear of Foxtails

Aug 7th, 2011 – Foxtails are a dangerous threat to dogs in California that like to go hiking. The Outfox® Field Guard is one way to protect your dog from these pesky weeds. Read More »

Perfect Puppy in 7 Days: Print Version Available for Preorder

Perfect Puppy in 7 Days: Print Version Available for Preorder

Jul 10th, 2011 – Perfect Puppy in 7 Days: How to Start Your Puppy Off Right will soon be available in print. Preorder your book today! Read More »

Unwanted Guests in Your Yard?  One Way to Keep Outdoor Cats and Dogs Off Your Property

Unwanted Guests in Your Yard?  One Way to Keep Outdoor Cats and Dogs Off Your Property

Jun 23rd, 2011 – The Scarecrow animal deterrent system works to keep outdoor cats and dogs off your property. Read More »

Pokey Dog Lags on Leash

Pokey Dog Lags on Leash

May 4th, 2011 – Does your dog lag on leash? Q) I have a three year old male, neutered Shih Tzu named Pocky. My problem is that while other dogs drag their owners on walks, I have to... Read More »

Scooting Dog Draws a Crowd

Scooting Dog Draws a Crowd

Apr 28th, 2011 – Question about a scooting dog: I have a 7-year old Cocker Spaniel mix who has this annoying habit. I’m wondering if there’s really a way of training her out of it.... Read More »

Tips on Surviving a Dog Attack

Tips on Surviving a Dog Attack

Mar 8th, 2011 – When a dog attacks, what do you do? Keep yourself safe from dog bites by staying calm and cool. Read More »

Cold Weather Safety for Dogs: Insights from a Sled Dog Veterinarian

Cold Weather Safety for Dogs: Insights from a Sled Dog Veterinarian

Jan 18th, 2011 – A sled dog veterinarian explains what cold-weather breeds need to thrive in extreme conditions. Read More »

Get Fit with Your Dog: My New Year’s Day Dog-Human Exercise Workout

Get Fit with Your Dog: My New Year’s Day Dog-Human Exercise Workout

Jan 2nd, 2011 – To get fit with your dog, combine your workout with exercises that reinforce your dog's training and challenge your dog physically and mentally. Read More »

Best Holiday Wishes from Dr Yin

Best Holiday Wishes from Dr Yin

Dec 24th, 2010 – Dr. Yin says don’t forget to keep your pets safe during the busy holiday season. Read More »

What to Do if Your Dog Raids the Litter Box

What to Do if Your Dog Raids the Litter Box

Dec 21st, 2010 – When a dog raids the litter box, there are many simple solutions, some inexpensive and others more elaborate. Read More »

Smooch Your Pooch: A Cute Children’s Book with Unsafe Suggestions

Smooch Your Pooch: A Cute Children’s Book with Unsafe Suggestions

Dec 13th, 2010 – Smooch Your Pooch is a cute kids’ book but it's filled with unsafe suggestions that can cause children to be bitten. Read More »

Can Large and Small Dogs Play Together Safely?

Can Large and Small Dogs Play Together Safely?

Nov 19th, 2010 – Can large and small dogs can play together safely at the dog park? They can if everyone recognizes the signs of canine fear and stress and supervise their dogs so that... Read More »

How to Greet a Dog

How to Greet a Dog

Oct 31st, 2010 – It's essential that people learn how to greet a dog properly if they hope to avoid scaring dogs and avoid being bitten. Inappropriate greetings are a common reason... Read More »

Raw Food Dog Diet

Raw Food Dog Diet

Oct 12th, 2010 – If you've considered putting your pet on a raw food dog diet, read what board certified veterinarians recommend first. Read More »

Nocturnal Cats

Nocturnal Cats

Oct 9th, 2010 – If your nocturnal cats are keeping you awake, don't worry, this article will provide you with tips for changing their nocturnal pattern and training quiet behavior at... Read More »

Behind the Scenes at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, IL

Behind the Scenes at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, IL

Oct 4th, 2010 – A special tour of the Shedd Aquarium reveals how sea lions are trained, why Beluga whales like tongue rubs, and why sea otters make terrible pets. Read More »

Review of “The LOVE THAT DOG Training Program” by Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz and Larry Kay

Review of “The LOVE THAT DOG Training Program” by Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz and Larry Kay

Oct 1st, 2010 – The LOVE THAT DOG Training Program is based on positive reinforcement and developing a relationship with your dog while training the basics. Read More »

Dog Jumps Through Hoop: Part 1

Dog Jumps Through Hoop: Part 1

Sep 2nd, 2010 – Dr. Yin teaches a dog to jump through a hoop by making the trick fun and rewarding. In just two sessions, she’s jumping through the hoop. Read More »

Dog Jumps Through Hoop: Part 2

Dog Jumps Through Hoop: Part 2

Sep 1st, 2010 – After Dr. Yin teaches a dog to jump through a hoop, it’s an easy transition to making the hoop with her arms and having the dog sail through. Read More »

Dog Potties in the House: Is My Male Shih Tzu Just Being a S&*#

Dog Potties in the House: Is My Male Shih Tzu Just Being a S&*#

Aug 16th, 2010 – When a dog potties in the house, it's time to go back to potty training basics. He has to learn that not only is it good to potty outside but that indoors is off... Read More »

Cat Bites When Petted: When Purr Turns to Bite, Fangs for the Memories

Cat Bites When Petted: When Purr Turns to Bite, Fangs for the Memories

Jul 10th, 2010 – If your cat bites when petted, she may be telling you she’s had enough. Find out why this behavior is so common and what you can do to improve your relationship. Read More »

Dante’s New Scratch Post Complements his Colors

Dante’s New Scratch Post Complements his Colors

Apr 9th, 2010 – Dr. Yin's Bengal cat gets a luxury cat scratch post that complements his colors and provides an appropriate resting spot from which he can politely view what's going on... Read More »

Update on Bengal Cats

Update on Bengal Cats

Apr 2nd, 2010 – Dr. Yin decides to keep one of the Bengal cats she was fostering. She chooses Dante because of his huge personality and the fact that he's photogenic. Read More »

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