Step one of teaching dogs to come when called
Of any obedience-related commands that I teach my dogs, the single most important one is a reliable recall. Teaching a puppy to come to you when called can absolutely save their lives should they escape or get away from you, so I train this more than I train anything...
Multi-dog household tips: What to do when your dog is less than thrilled about a new puppy
I received a few emails regarding my article last week about managing a puppy in a multi-dog household. It makes me happy to see that people are reading the very valuable Shore Local, and I am happy to help dogs, so I thought I would expand on a few things regarding...
Cute card revoked: When other dogs no longer see your puppy as an innocent baby
My puppy Bento Box has turned five months old, is in the throes of teething, and has lost his cute card with the other dogs in the house. Bringing a puppy into a multi-dog or one-dog household is going to require management. It is absolutely normal for the older dog...
Developing impulse control in puppies
Puppies do what works for them in the moment, with little thought other than to seek instant gratification for their needs or pleasure. Things like jumping, pulling on a leash, and barging out of doorways are all a result of a lack of impulse control. For example,...
