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. […]
Author: Elysia Ostrander, CPDT-KA, FPPE of Pawsitive Families Education and training. Have a baby they said, it’ll be fun they said….. So I did, and although it has its moments, “fun”is not usually the word that comes to mind. Having a baby is work, hard work, and add a couple of dogs into that mix […]
A good night’s sleep may become challenging for many reason once you have a newborn. Family Paws wants to be sure that concern or anxiety about your family dog and newborn are not what keeps you up at night. With this in mind we want families to think ahead about where the dog/s will be […]
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 […]
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 […]
Safety is a priority when it involves newborns and dogs. There is much to think about and plan ahead for when it comes to sleeping for all family members. Safety and comfort is important especially in those early months. Family Paws Parent Educator, Mel Ritterman wrote an excellent and informative article about this very topic. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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