Halloween is just around the corner, and we often forget that what is a fun-filled night for our families can terrify our dogs. Between spooky decorations in the neighborhood, changes in appearances of their trusted family members, and all the extra visitors at the door, it can be overwhelming for even the best of dogs. […]
At some point in every phone call following a nip, growl or serious bite a very confused and emotional parent says. ” I don’t understand, our dog always let the kids (fill in the blank). Pull their ears, hug them, lay on them, kiss them, take things away etc. I get it. That was me […]
You have done an awesome job preparing with your dog for a new baby in the home and NOW is the time to continue preparing with your dog for your toddler. So often families feel that once a baby and dog are doing great with homecoming that there is not more to do. This is […]
Here is an article with some great information from one of our excellent Family Paws Educators, Mel Ritterman: Managing feeding time with your kids and dog!
Our guest blog is from one of our awesome Family Paws Educators. Meet Debra Murray What Debra shares in this blog post is something I think many will connect with. I think it is so important for all of us to remember that there are times that despite how much WE want something to work […]
This is a super helpful blog post from one of. our Family Paws Educators, Verena Schleich. The Crate Controversy Here is a bit more about the author. “Verena Schleich is a KPA-CTP, proud graduate of the Family Paws Parent Educator program, and certified in Pet Loss Companioning. She lives in an old farm house with […]
When setting up success stations it is important to keep some important points in mind. What works in your home for a baby under 3 months may change quickly for a baby at 5 months. Management will change constantly for the first 3 years! How you might ask? It is also important to pay attention and […]
This program is by far (in my opinion) the most important program that ALL dog lovers, parents, professionals and humans need to view. Yep, basically everyone can benefit from the topics covered in this program. One of my 2021 New Year’s resolutions is to reach as many people as possible with the important information covered […]
Yeah! A fun way to learn increase you and your child’s dog aware skills by being Doggie Detectives®! Check out these fun activity sheets. Look at each drawing and talk about the EARS, EYES, TAIL, MUZZLE, gather all the clues to solve the puzzle. What is the dog saying with their body language? Check it […]
Our hotline gets many calls from concerned families who have experienced growling or a bite from their family dog. In the description often they will mention how the dog always licked the child. They are confused by why the dog would be “kissing” (a human form of affection and then biting? This is why I […]
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