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Dog Training - Come

‘Come’ Command

One of the #1 requests I receive when people are inquiring about dog training is ‘Coming when called’.  It seems to always boil down that people are teaching the command incorrectly as well as unknowingly teaching their dog ‘not to come’. What you may be doing wrong: Calling your dog to you for punishment Calling …

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Kennel Odor Eliminator (KOE)

Kennel Odor Eliminator, of KOE, is made by Thornell Corporation.  They claim their products are “The One That Works!”.  The company has been in business since 1980, originally established in Penfield, NY but have sense moved their headquarters to Smithville, MO.  Thornell Corp’s particular business revolves around producing odor elimination products. The website says their products are safe …

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Just A Dog

A favorite of mine that pretty much sums it up… JUST A DOG From time to time, people tell me, “lighten up, it’s just a dog,” or “that’s a lot of money for just a dog.” They don’t understand the distance traveled, the time spent, or the costs involved for “just a dog.” Some of …

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Clicker Training

Clicker training is definitely something that needs to be in every pet owner’s bag of tricks. Charging the Clicker — crucial first step to begin clicker training. This exercise basically teaches your dog to associate a click with getting a treat; no behavior required to earn the Click then Treat.  Though it’s best to not click/treat when your dog is doing …

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SportMix Wholesome Chicken Meal and Rice

SPORTMiX Wholesomes Chicken Meal and Rice Formula is designed for dogs needing a high energy food from a single source high quality chicken protein. This dog food is made without high-moisture protein sources or common grains like corn, wheat, or soybeans. This formula nutritionally balances Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids to promote good skin and hair coat. …

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Cold Weather Fun

With cold weather fast approaching we’ll probably start to spend more time indoors, meaning our pooches may get shorter walks and less tiring exercise than during the warmer months.  With all this sitting around, dogs can build up some energy that they need to expel before they tear up the couch of favorite pair of …

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