If you want to offer a naturally enriching, calming, and enjoyable experience, your dog will enjoy a lot of sniffing on a walk.

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Socializing your puppy should start early on, setting the stage for your dog to feel happy and confident throughout their life. It is key to start exposing your puppy to new people, places, and situation from the time you bring your pet home. How to Begin Socializing Your Puppy: Starting at Home The integral window […]

Learn the best time to socialize your puppy, how to do it right, and why it's important from AKC's dog training experts.

Have you ever thought it would be fun for your dog to be internet famous? Dogs with their own social media profiles have become increasingly popular in recent years. Many dogs have even become major "influencers," partnering with brands around the world. It can be a lot of fun and sometimes lucrative to help your […]

Losing a pet can bring on intense feelings of emptiness and despair. Because pets can't speak for themselves, owners might feel guilty, believing they could have done more to prevent the loss or ease their pet's suffering while they were alive. For advice, we spoke to Jackie Pajan, a TikTok creator known as Rainbow Bridge […]

Puppies have a short time window for optimal socialization, and that requires exposure to multiple different surfaces, people of all backgrounds, and various new situations. But what about the puppies who happen to be within that window now, during this time of necessary social distancing due to COVID-19? How can they be socialized so they […]

Socializing puppies has traditionally been considered the responsibility of the new owner. We instruct them to take the puppy to classes and make sure they are exposed to a variety of people and situations. But more research shows that encouraging a stable temperament can start even before puppies are born. Breeders can do a lot […]

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Another great paper! “These findings further indicate the influence of ontogenetic (developmental) effects on canine social cognition and demonstrate potential applications for the identification of suitable detection dogs” https://www.academia.edu/39368208/When_the_nose_knows_ontogenetic_changes_in_detection_dogs_Canis_familiaris_responsiveness_to_social_and_olfactory_cues?source=swp_share&fbclid=IwAR2a9yaFlixgqypHswvIILYQ6NoX1xuExednpXcoNjhpPU9ZIAvfYNIm0mc

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Another great paper! “These findings further indicate the influence of ontogenetic (developmental) effects on canine social cognition and demonstrate potential applications for the identification of suitable detection dogs” https://www.academia.edu/39368208/When_the_nose_knows_ontogenetic_changes_in_detection_dogs_Canis_familiaris_responsiveness_to_social_and_olfactory_cues?source=swp_share&fbclid=IwAR2a9yaFlixgqypHswvIILYQ6NoX1xuExednpXcoNjhpPU9ZIAvfYNIm0mc

Nobody forgets their first dog: the childhood games, the companionship, and the undying loyalty between a kid and their pup. Now, researchers in Australia have found that bonding with a family dog can give even very young children much more than lifelong fond memories. A new study published in the journal Pediatric Research finds that […]

Socializing puppies from an early age is critical, but with COVID-19 social distancing requirements, it might seem like it can’t be done. Even though you cannot have new people into your home to meet them, there are plenty of ways to safely expose your litters to new experiences before they go to their permanent homes. […]

Nothing is more fun than introducing a litter of puppies to the world. Interactive playtime with balls, squeaky toys, climbing obstacles, and games of hide-and-seek helps puppies put their best paw forward on socialization. Add in children and seniors, backyards and basements, carpet and concrete, and puppies will be well on their way. Puppy socialization focuses on that sliver […]

Many first-time puppy owners feel overwhelmed in the early weeks of bringing home their new addition. As a responsible breeder, there is much that can be done to alleviate some of the more common issues owners have with new puppies before you send your precious litters out to their new homes. Addressing common problems before they begin can set your puppies up for success in their […]

Social media helps the dog world stay connected, but it has its pitfalls. "Compete, don't compare" is a good practice for staying positive on social media.

For better or for worse, the ways we communicate have been changed forever by social media. Snail mail, faxes (remember those?), and long-distance telephone calls have largely been replaced by the ease and speed of online chatting. Still, convenience is not without its pitfalls. For novices and experienced fanciers alike, there are smart ways to […]

When Caroline Myers moved from New York City to Nashville a few years ago, meeting new people was a priority. "As a military spouse, moving to a new location is always a challenge," the 26-year-old social worker explains. Little did she know that Riley Tucker Myers, her Labrador Retriever, would play a major role in […]

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Most dog owners have no doubt heard about the importance of socializing their puppy. Proper socialization means providing positive experiences with as many new people, dogs, and situations as possible. It’s essential for developing a confident and well-adjusted adult dog that is comfortable with all life has to offer. Unfortunately, despite the significance, many people […]

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Social Media is a great tool to reach your audience and generate buzz around your upcoming event. Creating a Facebook page and adding an event with photos can help build excitement for your show. Tweeting about your club and its events can help keep your audience engaged. Check out the Facebook and Twitter tutorials below […]

Eight-to-ten weeks is the age at which most breeders send puppies to their new homes, and it is important to let buyers know that they need to continue with socialization when they get their new puppy home. The pups need to continue meeting new people. This is the final four weeks of the most important […]

  A few short weeks ago, it felt like you had all the time in the world with your new litter, but now it’s nearly time for your puppies to go home with their forever families. The 6-to-8-week period is especially critical for meeting as many people as possible and experiencing as many stimuli as […]

The images are gut-wrenching. A woman wading through a flooded street with her dog slung over her shoulders. A tiny, soaked dog being lifted off a rescue truck into outstretched hands. A boat brimming over with dog crates as anonymous volunteers walked through waist-deep water to push it to dry land. In the wake of […]

Adding a new pet to your family can be a balancing act, and if you already have a senior dog, the challenges can be even more significant. Older dogs can be set in their ways and less tolerant of the antics of a new dog or cat entering their household. Here are some tips to […]