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Training tips for DMV dog owners
Practical advice on leash walking, puppies, behavior and life with a dog in Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland.
Dog Trainer in Leesburg, Virginia for Dogs Who Need Clearer Communication
As a dog trainer in Leesburg, Virginia, one of the biggest misconceptions I encounter is that behavioral problems are caused by stubborn dogs. In reality,...
The Best Life Lessons We Learn From Taking Care Of Pets
Pets have been known to provide comfort, companionship, and happiness to human beings. What is quite surprising is that when you observe a little more, pets...
Five Inexpensive Ways to Keep Your Home Sparkling When You Have a Dog
There is no denying how much we love our dogs, but their playfulness can sometimes cause accidents. That doesn't mean cleaning up after them needs to be...
Workout Partners: Exercising With Your Dog on the Road
Are you the kind of dog owner who experiences guilt pangs when you have to leave your pooch behind for more than a couple days? Do you find yourself wishing...
The Financial Benefits of Adopting A Pet
Overcrowding is a serious problem in America’s animal shelters. According to the ASPCA, an estimated 1.5 million animals are euthanized every year due to...
Tips for First-Time Pet-Owners: What You Need to Know
Article by Guest Blogger, Jessica Brody Pets can bring immeasurable joy and comfort to our lives, and for most pet-owners, their animal is like another member...
Petiquette Tips: How to Be a Good Dog Owner
Petiquette Tips: How to Be a Good Dog Owner As a dog owner, you love your furry companions, and the feeling is mutual. Fido’s parents also want to be...
Do I Really Need A MicroChip For My Dog?
Get A Microchip! When it comes to getting a microchip, some dog owners feel it as a waste of money. This is a question we get all the time. It really comes...
A Family of 8, Adds 2 more
Ruff House Dog Training Helps Family Adapt To New Dogs! Check out how Ruff House Dog Training helped this family of 8, comfortably add 2 new pups to their...
My Dog Doesn’t Listen to my Commands
Maybe It's You? When trying to demand a dog follow your commands, have you considered the dog doesn't know what you're asking? Many times we think the dog...
Boundaries
What are boundaries?! Boundaries are a way to communicate to your dog the things you find inappropriate. Walking around, I see many people yell "NO!" to their...
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