Resource guarding is a very common problem in many dogs. Some dogs would never think of it. They defer easily to us. These are thought of as submissive or ‘nice’ dogs. However, big or small, well bred or puppy mill, many dogs may...
What do you hate the most about taking your dogs for a walk… Constant pulling of the leash? Lunging after squirrels? Barking at strange dogs? As annoying as those things are, personally I hate having to pick up what my dogs leave...
Naturally sweet natured, super smart people lovers, pit bulls are misunderstood dogs with a long reign in the “dangerous dog world,” according to Liz Phipps, educator/trainer and Board Member with Chicagoland Bully Breed Rescue...
A number of music producers caught a ride on the wave of new and innovative pet products that emerged in the late 1990s when they created musical arrangements especially for our furry friends. Take Laurel Canyon Animal Company,...
Last summer I was asked to give a talk on how dogs affect my life. The venue was the Blessing of Animals for the Saint Assisi week at the Catholic Church in Eagle.
What I talked about easily transfers to any animals, so I...
The benefits of fostering far out-weighed the temporary routine change that would happen at our house for humans and dogs. Our home was Bella’s until she was adopted.
Bella’s first day with us was September 2, 2006. I called our...
It’s that time of year again; time to think of heart, roses, and the ones we love. If you and your sweetie share a love for dogs as well as each other what better way to start off your Valentine’s Day then with a trip to AWARE’s...
