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Navigating the Holidays With Your Pets
The turkey is in the oven and the guests are about to arrive. . .but what about Fluffy and Fido? Will they enjoy having guests around or...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Keep Your Pets Safe Around Trick-or-Treaters
Halloween is almost here and that means very soon young trick-or-treaters will be at your door, begging for candy. It’s a fun activity...
The Well-Trained Dog
2 min read
Overcoming Your Dog's Fear of Halloween Decorations
One of my dog training clients noted that her dog was “freaking out” at a neighbor’s Halloween ghost decorations that were attached to a...
The Well-Trained Dog
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What Will Happen to Your Pets When You Die?
Guest post by Susan (last name withheld by request) Every dog and cat should have a Pet Directive. Here’s why. This past month I was...
The Well-Trained Dog
4 min read
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....
The Well-Trained Dog
4 min read
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
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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
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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
3 min read
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
2 min read
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