Selecting a Boarding Facility
Here are some questions to ask when selecting a boarding facility, followed by the response you should expect Health and Medical What is your protocol in case my pet has […]
Aggression Toward People (Dogs)
Why Dogs Act Aggressively Aggression is the most serious behavior problem in dogs and is unfortunately quite common. It’s a symptom of an underlying problem and it always needs to […]
Dog Hazards
Follow the recommended guidelines for keeping your dog confined to ensure good house-training and alone time training. This will give you time to dog-proof your home. Pay attention to the […]
Dog Training Class Recommendation List
List of recommended dog training classes in the Bay Area, updated periodically. Last update: February 17, 2020. Bay Area Prime Paw Classes Offered: Puppy socials, Adolescent socials, Puppy first steps […]
Dog-Dog Aggression Off Leash
Why Dogs Are Aggressive toward Other Dogs Some aggression may be a normal, adaptive behavior in virtually all animal species and domestic dogs are no exception. Luckily, there are a […]
Counter Surfing
Why Dogs “Surf” Counters Dogs counter surf because there might be food, of course. Crumbs, crusts, fruit bowls, meat defrosting or marinating, a breadbox—you never know what you might find. […]
Collars and Leashes
Learn about various types of collars and leashes to find the best fit for your dog. Types of Collars Flat or Rolled Collar Pros: • Used to attach identifications, license, […]
Crate Training Puppy
A crate is a terrific investment for a number of reasons. A crate can help you with: House-training: Teaches your puppy to keep the home clean. Chew training: Stops your […]
Chewing in Dogs
Why Dogs Chew Some reasons dogs chew: because it feels good, anxiety, attention-seeking, barrier frustration/escape behavior, pent-up energy, and hunger. Note: Always rule out hunger first. Ask your vet about […]
Crate Training Adult Dog
Benefit A crate is a terrific investment for a number of reasons. A crate can help you with: House-training: Prompts your dog to hold it when unsupervised. Chew training: Stops […]
Drop It Command
Benefit Teaching your dog to drop something on command means you will be able to get dangerous or unauthorized items away from them without problems or aggression. This comes in […]
Dog-Dog Aggression On Leash (Reactivity)
Why Dogs Bark and Lunge on Leash Does your dog whine, bark, growl, or lunge when they see another dog while they’re on their leash? This unpleasant but common behavioral […]