Retractable Leash—A Cautionary Tale

by Marianne Sackett Trainers have long argued against retractable leashes because they teach dogs to pull on the lead instead of walking next to you. Vets don’t like them because when you are distracted (perhaps picking up after your dog) you can easily find the dog in the street chasing a squirrel and subsequently getting [...] Read more »

Introducing Fido To The New Place

After months of searching, you finally found the perfect home, but just how do you make the smooth transition with your Fido? Here are a few tips that could save your sanity and in some cases your dog’s life… First, make sure the new place has been thoroughly cleaned of dust, dirt, chemicals and other [...] Read more »