If you’re a dog owner, you’ve probably seen your furry friend obsessively licking their paws from time to time. While some occasional licking is normal, if your dog is licking their paws excessively, it could be a sign of an underlying issue. As a pet nutritionist and pet care expert working closely with veterinary clinics,…
Taking your furry friend to the vet can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—for both of you. If your pup trembles at the sight of a carrier or hides at the mention of “vet visit,” you’re not alone. How to calm an anxious dog during vet visits is a common concern among pet parents, and as…
If your dog starts howling every time an ambulance or police siren wails in the distance, you’re not alone. Many dog owners struggle with figuring out how to train a dog to stop howling at sirens. It can be frustrating, especially if your pup’s howling is waking up the entire neighborhood! I’ve worked with countless…
Ever planned an exciting road trip with your furry best friend, only to have it ruined by bouts of drooling, whining, and, well… a mess in the backseat? If your pup gets nauseous every time they step into a moving vehicle, you’re not alone. Motion sickness in dogs is more common than you’d think, and…
Training a dog to navigate through a crowd calmly isn’t just a skill—it’s a life-changing experience for both you and your dog. As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), I’ve had the pleasure of helping countless dog owners teach their pups the art of walking through crowded spaces without anxiety or reactive behaviors. Whether you’re…
Fireworks can be breathtaking for us humans, but for dogs? It’s a completely different story. If you’ve ever spent a Fourth of July or New Year’s Eve comforting a trembling, panicked pup, you know exactly what I mean. As a pet nutritionist and someone who’s worked in veterinary clinics for years, I’ve seen my fair…
If you’ve ever been on a road trip with your dog, you may have encountered an unsettling problem: your dog’s anxiety during car rides. As a pet nutritionist and expert in pet care, I’ve seen this issue countless times in the veterinary clinic. It’s not uncommon for dogs to feel uneasy during car rides. In…
Training a dog to be calm around other dogs is one of the most common challenges dog owners face. As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to foster positive social behaviors between dogs. Whether you’re bringing a new dog into your home or trying to help your dog…
Does your dog tremble, hide, or panic when fireworks explode or thunderstorms roll in? If so, you’re not alone. As a pet care expert, I’ve worked with countless pet parents struggling to help their furry friends cope with noise phobia. How to help a dog with noise phobia is a question I hear all too…