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75+ Unique Dog Mom Gift Ideas

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Shopping for someone who's first born has four legs? Browse 75 unique, customizable or just plain essential dog mom gift ideas.As a dog mom myself, a gift for my dog is also a gift for me. However, there are also a few things I included on this list that I would never buy- but would LOVE as a

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best dog treat pouch

How to Pick the Best Dog Treat Pouch for You & Your Dog

Dog Blog· Dog Essentials· Dog Training Tips· Puppy Essentials· Puppy Training· Uncategorized

In this post, I'll help you sort through all the options to find the best dog treat pouch for you and your dog's needs! As a dog trainer, I've seen all sorts of shapes and designs of treat pouches. I used my pockets for years before I decided to invest in a treat pouch. I was finding treats in my

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best dog leashes for training

Best Dog Leashes for Training

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This post is all about the best dog leashes for training. There are so many options for leashes these days. Each one serves a different purpose, and not all leashes are created equal. After working with thousands of dogs and trying pretty much every leash on the market, I'm here to tell you which

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heathers heroes

4 Things We Love About the Heather’s Heroes Sidekick Leash

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When I first heard of the Sidekick leash by Heathers Heroes, I was immediately drawn to the innovative design!I gave the Sidekick Leash a try for my 60 pound high-prey drive pitt-mix, and I was pretty impressed. Now, as a full time dog trainer, I utilize several different tools, including the

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Toby and Ace Discount Code | Toby and Ace Dog Bed Review

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This post contains a full review of the Toby and Ace Buddy bed and at the end of this post you can get access to a 20% Toby and Ace Discount Code! (Which you can add in addition to the 2023 Black Friday Sale)Dog comfort has always been one of our household's passions. My partner even went as far as

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best pitbull toys

21 Best Pitbull Toys Your Dog Can’t Destroy in 5 Minutes

Dog Blog· Dog Essentials· Puppy Essentials

After years of owning pitbulls and bully breeds (and spending an arm and leg on toys), I've compiled a list of all the most indestructible, most fun, best pitbull toys. If your dogs are anything like mine, you avoid plush dog toys at the pet store because you know they're only a 30 second activity

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how to be a good dog owner

10 Taboo Ideas on How to Be a Good Dog Owner

Dog Blog· Dog Care· Dog Essentials· Dog Training Tips

This post is all about how to be a good dog owner. Besides providing food, water, shelter and a few toys, what does it really take to the kind of person your dog thinks you are? Answer: It's not always about spoiling your dog and teaching them to sit. In this post you'll learn (from a dog trainer)

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best dog owner gifts

29 Best Dog Owner Gifts (that their Dog Will Also Love)

Dog Blog· Dog Essentials· Puppy Essentials

The best dog owner gifts are ones that feel like a gift for both the person and their dog! Everyone has a dog owner on their list (or are just looking for their own Christmas or Birthday list!) We've gathered the best and the most wanted items into one gift guide for any dog owner. So, whether it's

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dog christmas present ideas

Unpopular Thoughts About What Your Dog Actually Wants for Christmas | Dog Christmas Present Ideas

Dog Blog· Dog Care· Dog Essentials

The thing about dog Christmas present ideas no one talks about: are they for you or for the dog? The longer I've had my dog, the more I've found my Christmas list revolving more and more around things I want for my dog. Things on my Christmas list are motivated by me giving them to her and then

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Happy Thanksgiving!! Grateful for every animal and Happy Thanksgiving!! Grateful for every animal and human I’ve come across this year. They’ve all taught me something. 

There’s a special place for these four in my heart this year though. 💕
If you don’t want someone to pet your dog, here ar If you don’t want someone to pet your dog, here are some ✅DOs and ❌DONTs: 

Do: 
✅ Thank people for asking to pet. Being kind and courteous can go a long way. 
✅ Put yourself between the person asking and your dog. This allows you to be a physical barrier between stranger and your dog. People are less likely to reach out and pet you. 😂
✅ Include them in training. Tell them what they should do instead. “Hey, thanks so much for asking, right now, we’re working on building confidence and what would be so helpful is if we just stood here and talked for a few minutes while ignoring him/or toss some treats.” Then you can go on to explain more about the situation. Maintain your position between stranger and your dog. 
✅Be direct. Sometimes people are asking while they are reaching. Saying “not today” or “No, I’m so sorry” it’s not the easiest social thing to do, but it’s important if your dog is not to be petted and time is of the essence. (And your dog should probably be muzzle trained- people don’t reach their hands out towards muzzled dogs) 

DON’T
❌ Assume they know what to do instead. Most people assume the answer will be yes and feel socially awkward if you say no. It’s not their fault, it’s part of the reason we love dogs so much. Our brains just melt around them and the typical social etiquette around dogs doesn’t work for all dogs. 
❌ Tell them, “he’s shy/she’s not friendly/he’s nervous around people” people take this as a challenge and will often do things that don’t help your dog, like talking to them, crouching down, extending a hand, making more eye contact. This also isn’t direct enough. Especially if your dog is not safe to pet- you need to be direct (and again your dog should be muzzle trained). 
❌ Tell them your dog is in training. This also yields similar results as above. People can take this as a challenge or excuse to interact with your dog. They might ask your dog to sit or ask what the dog is in training for. These aren’t inherently bad things, they just aren’t what’s helpful for your dog and doesn’t put you back in control of the situation quickly.
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