The Pros and Cons of Invisible Fences
Invisible fences have become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to give dogs some freedom while not straying out of their yard....
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The Well-Trained Dog
- Jul 15
- 1 min
Virginia Tech Study on Behavioral Euthanasia
You’ve tried trainers, behaviorists, management and meds but your dog is still aggressive and biting people. At this stage, behavioral...
The Well-Trained Dog
- Jun 10
- 4 min
Trust Your Dog
“Trust Your Dog”. Three simple words. They were on a t-shirt worn by a woman at a barn hunt trial in Harrisonburg over the Memorial Day...
The Well-Trained Dog
- May 20
- 3 min
The Pros and Cons of Dog Parks
Dog parks have become a great source or recreation-for dogs and their owners-over the past several years, especially for those owners who...
The Well-Trained Dog
- Apr 8
- 2 min
Easter Fun for You and Your Dog
The Easter season signals the start of spring with the days becoming warmer, daylight staying around longer and beautiful flowers...
The Well-Trained Dog
- Mar 18
- 4 min
Why It's Important to Socialize Your Dog
A few weeks ago I posted a question in a Roanoke Valley pet page. . .”What do you wish you would have known before you got your puppy?” A...
The Well-Trained Dog
- Jun 18, 2021
- 4 min
Pet Food Pantries Prove Essential During the Pandemic
The COVID 19 Pandemic in March of 2020 brought a nationwide shutdown, resulting in schools being closed and offices shuttered. People...
The Well-Trained Dog
- Apr 29, 2021
- 3 min
Product Review-The Freedom No-Pull Harness
I’ve tried a number of harnesses over the years but my favorite go-to harness has become The Freedom No-Pull Harness. Problems with other...
The Well-Trained Dog
- Feb 26, 2021
- 2 min
Ten Tips to Help Find Your Missing Pet
Dog theft is nothing new. Perhaps you heard the recent story about Lady Gaga’s dog walker being shot and her dogs stolen. Since the...