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Why is Puppy Socialization So Important?

by Wendy Taylor | Jan 26, 2019 | Dog Socialization, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Training

Recently I highlighted four areas to focus on with your new puppy in the first few months of its life to help it grow into a happy and emotionally stable dog in our chaotic human world (So you got a puppy?). The first and one of the most critical but often...

So you got a new puppy?

by Wendy Taylor | Nov 7, 2018 | Dog Socialization, Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Puppy Socialization, Puppy Training

Will life with your new puppy be all Unicorns & Rainbows? A new puppy is such an exciting experience! When considering adding a puppy to their household, most people visualize games of chase, soft cuddles, companionship, romps in the woods, strolls in the...

My First Lesson

by Wendy Taylor | Jan 30, 2017 | Cats, Dog Socialization, Dog Training, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Shelter Dogs

Meeting the Cat The first morning after I went home from the shelter, my mom introduced me to Ayla the cat. When I first arrived home, Ayla didn’t know whether she could trust me, even though I looked a lot like Sable, so she hid from me in the closet. Mom wanted me...

Why is Puppy Socialization So Important?

So you got a new puppy?

My First Lesson

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