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Whether big or small, all dogs should be fully housetrained by adulthood to live a harmonious and happy life with their owners. But what if a dog’s size is a major contributing factor to the success rate of housetraining?

When introducing your dog to a new person, it's important to make sure your furry friend feels comfortable and safe. Some dogs may be hesitant or even aggressive toward new people. Don't worry if your dog is a bit anxious when seeing new faces - it just means you'll need to be a bit more patient and need a proven step-by-step process that has worked for many like you. The best way to make your dog act better in front of new people is by practicing positive associations when meeting new people and giving rewards whenever the dog behaves. With a little bit of effort and follow-up tips, you and your dog will be making new friends in no time!

It's normal, natural, and, to a dog, it's necessary. However, to people, it can be a real nuisance. Dogs don’t always understand the difference between when their barking is needed and when it’s too much. So how can an owner communicate back to their dog when the barking needs to stop? In this article, we look at the barking from the dog's point of view while offering some easy and practical tips to help fix barking issues!

Whether hiring a pet sitter to look after your dog for one day or heading off on an extended vacation, ensuring your dog is prepared to spend time with the pet sitter is important. Dogs are intelligent, social, and devoted animals that can become distressed when faced with new situations or separation from their family. An anxious or poorly trained dog can be hard to handle or dangerous. If you want your dog to have the best possible experience with the sitter, the work should start at home!

For some, there is nothing more enjoyable than being a dog owner. In fact, so many people enjoy having a pet as a companion that nearly 48 million households in the U.S. own a dog. However, despite the many joys of having a dog by your side, pet ownership is not always easy.