Positive News About Pit Bulls

2nd October, 2009 - Posted by Kat Martin - No Comments

Most of us have heard stories about pit bulls or some other type of bully breed (affectionately known as “bullies”). Unfortunately, these stories are often negative. More than any other breed of dog in recent history, the pit bull has unfairly received a bad reputation. Many factors are to blame, such as bad breeders, people » Read More

Jump into Agility Action!

2nd October, 2009 - Posted by Kat Martin - No Comments

Looking for a fun new way to spend quality time with your pooch pal? Leap into agility training! Agility is a canine sport that has been gaining in popularity since it’s inception in the United Kingdom the 1970’s. It involves a guardian (commonly referred to as a handler) directing his or her dog through a series » Read More

Rub-A-Dub-Dub…Your Pooch in a Tub!

2nd October, 2009 - Posted by Kat Martin - No Comments

As a trainer, I often hear complaints such as, “My dog won’t let me bathe him!” or “My puppy hates to have his nails trimmed. What can I do?” It is not uncommon for dogs to develop a fear of being brushed or getting nail trims. In fact, Fluffy doesn’t even need to have a » Read More

Guiding Your Puppy Through His First 16 Weeks

2nd October, 2009 - Posted by Kat Martin - No Comments

There’s no doubt that puppies are a ton of fun, but they’re also a very big responsibility. A pup has many needs that you must attend to as he grows. One of the most important aspects of successful puppy parenting is that you must introduce her to as many different new experiences as you possibly can » Read More