Many dog owners mistakenly believe their pets can “weather the weather” due to their fur and the fact that they descended from wolves after all. However, our domesticated furry friends are not necessarily as acclimated to our cold Michigan winters, so winter weather preparedness for dogs is just as important as protecting your pet from […]
When you're preparing to start a basic obedience training program, you'll quickly discover it's much more than teaching your dog to sit on command. You're commencing on a journey that will transform your relationship with your canine companion through proven techniques, consistent practice, and positive reinforcement. While the prospect of training might seem overwhelming at […]
If you've ever been frustrated with how your dog behaves at home, basic obedience training could be the missing piece to the puzzle. Your dog isn't purposely trying to challenge you - they're simply lacking the fundamental skills needed to understand and meet your expectations. While many pet owners focus on correcting problem behaviors as […]
If you're a dog owner, you've likely experienced those moments when your dog's behavior makes you wish you'd invested more time in training. Whether it's bolting after a squirrel, refusing to drop your favorite shoe, or pulling you down the street like a sled dog, these situations aren't just frustrating—they can be dangerous. While there […]
If you're considering taking your dog's training to the next level, you'll need to understand the distinct differences between basic and advanced obedience training. While basic training gives you and your dog a foundation for communication through simple commands, advanced training transforms your companion into a highly responsive partner who can perform complex behaviors under […]
If you've ever witnessed an untrained dog pulling its owner across a busy street or jumping on strangers at the park, you'll understand why basic obedience training isn't just a luxury—it's a necessity. While many pet owners assume their dog's natural intelligence will lead to good behavior, the reality isn't that simple. Your furry companion […]
Dogs are such an integral part of our lives, households, and memories that it makes sense that we want to capture professional-quality portraits of them. Plus, with the holidays rapidly approaching and the current season’s gorgeous lighting, this is a great time to capture images of your beloved furry friend for this year’s greeting cards. […]
Dogs have different needs as they get older. Like humans, metabolisms slow down, joints may ache or deteriorate, and energy levels wane. You may also notice a beloved senior dog has an increase of white fur (there’s gray) around the muzzle, and they seem a bit stiffer when they sit, lay down, or get back […]
A couple of months ago, we wrote about how wolves were domesticated, becoming the ancestors of the (usually) tame canine pets we know and love today. Of course, even the most “tame” wolf is still quite wild - or feral - and those with “pet” wolves or half-wolf hybrids know to be cautious as these […]
Dogs come in every shape, size, color, and fur coat type imaginable, so it can be hard to imagine that our canine companions have wolf ancestry. While some dog breeds, like Siberian huskies and malamutes, look almost identical to their ancient descendants, breeds like poodles and shih tzus do not. While we’ll do a brief […]