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Tactipup Extreme Tactical Leash (Frog Clip) – An Honest Review
When it comes to strong leashes, the tactipup extreme tactical should be one of the strongest leashes available. I've been looking at extra strong leashes because with a large dog, who was reactive, I always like to know what the strongest, most reliable options are...
When Is The Best Time To Spay Or Neuter My Miniature Schnauzer?
It’s hard to know when to spay or neuter – or if you should at all. Here’s the best veterinary advice for your Miniature Schnauzer. So you’ve decided to spay or neuter your Miniature Schnauzer– but when? Often called getting your dog Fixed or Done (nomenclature that...
How To Fit A Muzzle For Your Dog – The Complete & Correct Way
Muzzles are a seriously undervalued tool in the arsenal of your dogs equipment. So often though, I see muzzles that might be problematic. I see muzzles that don't fit that well, or may be inappropriate for the breed, or even unsafe. So I wanted to get a nice, deep...
5 Things You Should Know About Muzzled Dogs
Muzzles are often a very judged thing in the dog community. And it's not deserved. It's often referred to as a stigma. An experience that a muzzled dog gets where they're instantly judged for wearing a muzzle, and it's often entirely unjustified. Muzzled dogs are dogs...
6 Things To Do Before Training Your Reactive Dog
Today we are going to be talking about setting the foundation for training your reactive dog. I'm actually talking about the training that's not training, the training that is incredibly valuable to your dog's overall performance and overall learning. But isn't...
OneTigris XDestroyer K9 Tactical Harness for Dogs – An Honest Review.
The OneTigris XDestroyer K9 harness for dogs is an interesting option for our woofs, right? If you’ve been looking into tactical harnesses, I know this one has surfaced for you! It’s widely available and widely mentioned as being a great harness. What's even...
When Is The Best Time to Spay Or Neuter My Cocker Spaniel?
It’s hard to know when to spay or neuter – or if you should at all. Here’s the best veterinary advice for your Cocker Spaniel. So you’ve decided to spay or neuter your Cocker Spaniel? – but when? Often called getting your dog Fixed or Done (nomenclature that bugs me,...
Muzzles: 9 Simple Considerations When Buying A Muzzle For Your Dog
Training for Muzzles is a really important part of training - and should (technically) be something you train all dogs for. "But Ali, my dog's not aggressive, they don't need muzzle training?" Well, my friend, they may not need it on a day to day basis - but no dog...
5 Tips To Start Understanding Your Reactive Dog
Being the parent of a reactive dog is sincerely one of the toughest jobs in the dog world. Having a dog that likes to act scary, to resecure their safety, is a huge problem. It's our duty as caretakers, guardians, owners and parents of these wonderful dogs to help...
Intro To Reactivity In Dogs
Having a dog in your life is a huge responsibility, but having a reactive dog is... well... one of the toughest things you can experience with your dog. I've been through this with Indie. It's the entire reason I became a trainer. But you, luckily, don't need a to...
Baskerville Ultra Dog Muzzle – An Honest Review
Is the Baskerville Ultra muzzle the muzzle for you and your dog? I've often talked about the importance of muzzles, and included the fact that all dogs should receive muzzle training. I'm really open about that - but that's going to be a blog piece in the near future!...
When Is The Best Time To Spay Or Neuter My Jack Russell Terrier?
It’s hard to know when to spay or neuter – or if you should at all. Here’s the best veterinary advice for your Jack Russell Terrier. So you’ve decided to spay or neuter your Jack Russell – but when is the right time? Often called getting your dog Fixed or Done...