The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) is hosting the 5th annual “Train Your Dog Month”. The focus for this year is basic training.
Boarding your dog
Thanksgiving and Christmas are major travel holidays. If you can’t take your dog with you, what type of boarding is the next best option?
Surviving the holidays with your dog
The holidays are a great time for feast and family, but visitors can be stressful for your dog. These five tips help keep everyone happy.
I don’t like dogs, what should I do?
Don’t like dogs? Just walking around town without dog contact can be a challenge. Here are some tips for avoiding pups around the town.
The scoop on dry food
The dog food market has exploded with endless variety of dry dog food options. How do you choose the best option for your dog?
Is “people food” okay for dogs?
Is it ok to give dogs people food? Yes! And also no. Learn when it is and is not okay to feed “people food.”
Should my dog go to daycare?
Dog daycare can be a great place for dogs to exercise and play with other dogs. But is daycare right for your dog?
What is socialization?
Socialization is the process of positively introducing your puppy to new things so that as they grow into adulthood, they are able to adapt to new situations without fear or anxiety.
Surviving the “dog days” of summer
Yup, it’s hot. What’s a dog owner to do? Here are some suggestions to STAY SAFE and cool for the next few months.
What to know about tiny dogs
Tiny dogs are great for urban environments, and are just as smart and trainable as a larger dog. What else is important to know?
On-leash greetings
Meeting and greeting other dogs on leash can be one of the toughest situations our dogs encounter in their daily life. Here’s how to help.
Dining out with Fido
A great way to enjoy warm weather in Arlington is dine on the patio of a restaurant. But what about bringing your dog along?
