Want to know the truth about black golden retrievers? Yes, they may be adorable… And yes, they may be sweet… But they’re not actually golden retrievers. It’s impossible for a purebred golden retriever to be black because their golden color is a result of two recessive alleles. If you see a “black golden retriever” on … Read more
Editorial You’re getting a puppy!!! Congratulations!! You’re about to be in for the most fun, hectic, sweet, joyful ride of your life. But before you bring them home, you’re going to want to get a few things to make them feel safe and comfortable, and make life easy for both of you. Below is a … Read more
Puppy biting… It’s one of the most common frustrations that new puppy owners have… And it’s also one of the most misunderstood. It hurts, they can ruin your clothes, and it’s tough to cuddle with your little furball when all they wanna do is bite your nose! To help understand more about puppy biting and … Read more
Puppies are like children… When they’re in another room and you don’t hear them, they’re usually up to something. With puppies, that “something” typically involves chewing…and a nice pair of shoes. If you’re going through this right now, don’t worry! This phase will pass quickly. With a few good chew toys, a little training, and … Read more
At first, puppy crying can be cute. You want to comfort that sweet little fluff and hold them tight. You want to let them know mama is here and everything is going to be fine. But when you can’t sleep because your puppy is crying, the cuteness wears off real fast. If you’re currently going … Read more
When you get a puppy the question is not, “Will my puppy get diarrhea?” it’s, “When will my puppy get diarrhea?” Diarrhea is a common problem with puppies, but should not be taken lightly. Dog Diarrhea – Dr. Greg McDonald [VIDEO] Dog Diarrhea – Dr. Jerry Klein [VIDEO] What Causes Puppy Diarrhea? Curious puppies will … Read more
Do you feel like you’re lost when it comes to how long or how often you should be training your puppy? You know that you need to teach her the basic commands, and you pretty much know how to do it, but you’re not really sure how training fits into your daily schedule. If you’re … Read more
Growing up I always wanted a dog. In the summertime I remember watching dog shows on Animal Planet every afternoon and wanting to go to my friends’ houses who had dogs, not to play with my friends, but mostly to play with their dogs. My family never got a dog because my sister is allergic … Read more
When I got my golden retriever puppy, one of the first pieces of advice my vet gave me was to sign up for a puppy training class. I like to think of myself as pretty resourceful, so considering all the YouTube videos and books out there about puppy training, and how it would cost money, … Read more