by Jaclyn Lara, DANW Trainer and CPDT-KALet Me Love YouYou are headed to the park to meet up with an old friend. It’s been a while. They text to let you know they’re by the water fountain with their St. Bernard, Rocky. You’ve been following Rocky’s adventures on Instagram, and you can’t wait to meet

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Because early socialization is a crucial component of a puppy’s behavioral health, it’s important to remember that your puppy needs positive exposure to the sights, smells, sounds, and situations of the human world… and that this is as important as their protection from illness. A puppy’s health considerations therefore must include both the physical and the behavioral, as both are vital for dog wellness.

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Outdoor off-leash activity will significantly contribute to your dog’s physical and behavioral health. Read on to learn more about whether or not dog parks are a good fit for your four-legged buddy!

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The 3 D’s apply to all sorts of skills. They can be incorporated into everything from staying put on a mat to loose leash walking to wearing a muzzle. Keep these tips in mind… and see just how far you and your pup can go!

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Resource guarding is a completely normal canine behavior. When a dog is “resource guarding,” it means that they are protecting something/someone valuable from other dogs or people.

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You are desperate for some help, and someone says, “You should try a prong collar!” And you think to yourself… why not just give it a try?

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