How to have guests, train your dog, and stay sane all at one time Ready for Guests? Not sure how your new pup will respond? Or worse yet, you’ve been through this before and it’s all a mess? Fido is ready to bite Uncle Harry and Cousin Joe wants to […]
Caitlin Coberly
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Gone are the days of “who is walking who.” Usher in the era of dog-centered walks! No more do we need to be “the pack leader” always walking in front. Let’s put the proverbial horse back in front of the cart—where he should be! Check out the blog and links […]
Side-by-Side walking–101 DogSpots way! One of my favorite methods of introducing two new dogs to each other is “side-by-side walking”. It’s actually not quite what you might expect! 1) DISTANCE: First off, the dogs are kept far apart–far enough apart so there is no lunging, barking or straining at the […]
Sometimes you need a little more help–no worries! Here are our favorite links to professional training and behavior organizations, and some articles about how to choose your trainer. Choosing a Dog Professional Dog training is not a regulated industry. It can be very difficult to sift through the various methods […]
Separation Anxiety DIAGNOSTICS Separation anxiety is a truly traumatic experience for both the dog, and often the human. While the true definition is based upon a physiological response of “panic”, in practice, the following clues are often diagnostic Urination or defecation in a dog that is “housetrained” ONLY when you […]
We love kids and dogs--who doesn't? But for a busy family, or one that is unprepared, it can be a nightmare. Learn how good management and some simple habits and practices can really change your life.
Management is key when owning a dog: it is seeing the potential for accidents and incidents, and preventing those before they start. Management can take the form of avoiding an offleash dog, training an emergency uturn, or using fences and babygates to prevent unwanted behaviors. Management is usually a low […]
Housetraining Tips Most puppies learn their “foot preference” in the first 6 months of life. If during this time you teach them appropriate places to potty, they will usually be housetrained for life. An older dog who suddenly starts to house soil should see a vet. An older dog who […]
Puppy biting is one of the most common questions on Dog Training 101! While puppy biting can be frustrating (and painful), it is also a completely normal puppy behavior. Puppies LOVE to bite! It’s how they explore and interact with the world. The good news is that hey almost always […]
Looking for Veterinary Information? If your dog has been recently diagnosed with a condition and you are wanting to learn more, here are some great resources for you! https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet?fbclid=IwAR08Y60s8Oshk2mhKLJq3FnErFXHdbZlMnvruezvi3U4e1QkQdofjsTZRbY https://www.merckvetmanual.com/resourcespages/pet-health-overview?fbclid=IwAR08Y60s8Oshk2mhKLJq3FnErFXHdbZlMnvruezvi3U4e1QkQdofjsTZRbY https://www.preventivevet.com/?fbclid=IwAR0M9QDm-2x9SbnEvXoVGUW5BuXId0CFxn9GdW-7SXMiMbM7_t-FZoDiO_0 https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239 https://www.ovrs.com/blog/veterinary-emergency-2/?fbclid=IwAR3c8hUDRK_TmlL0SicnwlOHVLeLKmvHMxk8Qhk28a-j8cMiZJugb_66xzU Looking for training on first aid or medically related topics for your dog? Here are some suggestions! […]
Intra-household dog-dog aggression (dog fights in your home) isn’t easy to fix and if you can find a good home for one of the pups, it may be the easiest solution. However, it IS often possible to fix the problem. It will take patience, kindness, and careful management. The basic […]
Dogs bark. Expecting a dog to never bark would be unrealistic. It’s a natural way that dogs communicate, and we should expect our dogs to bark at times. That said, excessive barking can be a serious problem, especially for those of us living with close neighbors who may not appreciate […]
Resource guarding is when a dog is displaying behavior (growling, snapping, biting, etc) intended to convince humans or other dogs to stay away from a valued resource. The valued resource could be food, a toy, a particular spot in the house, or even part of the dog’s own body. It […]
How to get your dog to be calm! Calmness in dogs is not just genetic. We can help dogs to be calmer, generally, and it is super important to teach young dogs (adolescents, anyone?) to be calm. Yes, exercise and mental stimulation are absolutely essential, but so is having a […]
Contact your vet for medical advice. If your vet is not available, you may want to contact an emergency/after hours vet. Here are our quick pick resources: Online Vet Advice 24/7 Get immediate advice online from a real veterinarian 24/7. $5 to join and approx $38 month thereafter (cancel at […]
Written by Laura Friis, Legende Let Lydighed, for 101dogspots.com Do you struggle with housetraining? Here on DT101, one of the top thing we suggest when people struggle with house training is a vet check. Often posters come back to us, saying “he just got his shots and vet said he’s […]
Written by Laura Friis, Legende Let Lydighed, for 101dogspots.com Socialization. It’s a word every dog owner knows and a lot of dog owners also fear it to some degree. Here, in the midst of a global pandemic, we’re seeing an increase in people bringing puppies home. And while bringing puppies […]
Written by Melissa Varner for 101DogSpots Welcome! I’ve written this guide to help folks get their prey-driven dogs to co-exist with their cats (and other small animals). I’ll tell you upfront that I am not a trainer – everything I have written here is based on my personal experiences both […]
Does your dog seem to never slow down? Is she constantly on the go, barking, running and asking you to play? If so, your dog might indeed be “hyper-aroused” and need some special attention. Our dogs don’t naturally know how to relax–often, we come home from work, and out of […]