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From Chaos to Clean: One Couple's Journey to a Potty-Trained Home
I often receive calls from potential clients who are having trouble potty training their puppies. But in March of this year, I was...
The Well-Trained Dog
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How To Potty Train Your Puppy
Getting a new puppy is exciting! They’re cute, cuddly, and full of energy. But there’s one thing every puppy owner needs to do right...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Five Must-Have Items for New Kitten Owners
Bringing a kitten into your home is an exciting and heartwarming experience. They quickly become cherished members of the family. But...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Five Must-Have Puppy Items
Bringing a new puppy into your home is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences, but it can also feel a bit overwhelming....
The Well-Trained Dog
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Pet Adoption Tips For Seniors
Adopting a pet can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience for seniors. Pets provide companionship, encourage a more active lifestyle,...
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Tips For Adopting A Dog
The holidays are a great time to add to your family-whether it’s a puppy or an older dog. Sometimes breeders have litters due just in...
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Navigating The "Puppy Blues"
Some people experience the "puppy blues" after getting their new puppy.
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Three Dog-Friendly Ice Cream Treat Recipes
Three quick and easy ice cream recipes for your dogs.
The Well-Trained Dog
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How to Break Up a Dog Fight
In previous blog posts (see below) we’ve talked about why it’s important to keep all dogs on leash in public and what to do if you are...
The Well-Trained Dog
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How to Handle Encounters With An Off Leash Dog
All dogs will bite when provoked. Some dogs like to chase and bite; it’s part of their prey drive. Usually that can be directed toward...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Six Reasons to Keep Your Dog On Leash In Public
If you have ever been attacked by an off leash dog, this scenario may seem all too familiar. One of my dog training clients and I were...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Training Classes, Private Lessons or Board and Train-Which is Best For Your Dog?
Congratulations! You just adopted a puppy or older dog and want to train them to be the best companion they can be. There are so many...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Pet Friendly Apartments in Daleville, Virginia
Ten or 15 years ago, Daleville was a sleepy little town 20 minutes north of Roanoke on Route 220. But over time, Daleville has grown to...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Seven Tips to a Happy, Healthy Dog
One of the easiest ways to have a happy, healthy dog is simply to walk. It doesn’t have to be a long walk but as you’ll see in the...
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Why I Use Positive Methods to Train Dogs
When I chat with a potential dog training client, I explain that I am what’s called a “positive trainer”-that I use treats or toys or...
The Well-Trained Dog
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The Benefits of Pumpkin For Dogs and Cats
‘Tis the fall season and pumpkins are everywhere. . .on doorsteps and porches, in cookies and candy, and even in our coffee! But pumpkin...
The Well-Trained Dog
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How to Stop Your Dog From Jumping on People
Having your dog jump on guests can be embarrassing but there are things you can do to stop the problem behavior.
The Well-Trained Dog
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Salem Non-Profit Helps Finance the Health Care Needs of Local Dogs
Stardogz Inc. is celebrating its first year of operation this month. The non-profit was born in February of 2022 by co-founders...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Tips on Hiring a Professional Dog Trainer
You’ve just adopted a dog or perhaps you’re thinking about adopting but want some professional help with training. Maybe you want to...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Things to Consider Before Adopting a Dog
Several months ago, someone in one of the online Facebook groups that I’m part of asked what we pet professionals thought a potential...
The Well-Trained Dog
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