When your dog barks at strangers or other dogs, you may wonder if they’re being protective of you. In fact, this is one of the most common explanations for a …
My Puppy Won’t Stop Nipping My Partner
Puppies and teenage dogs are so cute – and such a handful! Nipping is a common problem for many pet homes. In the vast majority of cases, nipping is an …
My Dog Gets into Fights if Other Dogs Growl First
Some dogs just don’t have good social skills and get into lots of fights. Other dogs are unflappable and never seem to “argue” with another dog. Most dogs fall somewhere …
My Cat Won’t Stop Interrupting Zoom Meetings – Help???
While many people (myself included) love seeing pets on Zoom, it’s not always professional or desirable. When you’re in the midst of a pitch, a performance review, or an interview, …
The Worst Things About Living in a Van (With Two Dogs)
Since October 2021, my two border collies and I have lived full-time in a 2006 Dodge Sprinter named Saga. It’s great to not have to pay rent and to have …
Vanlife with a Dog: 4 Simple Skills for Your Pup to Master
My two border collies and I moved into a 2006 Dodge Sprinter in May 2021. As we’ve adjusted to vanlife with dogs, I have found a few skills are absolute …
Supporting Undersocialized Puppies
In this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses undersocialized puppies. How do you know your puppy may be undersocialized? This will vary per dog depending on breed and personality, as …
Teaching Puppies to Relax (Aka Installing an Off Switch)
In this episode of Pandemic Puppy, Kayla discusses teaching your puppy to relax. How can you get your puppy to relax? First things first, you need to meet your puppy’s …
Are Kongs Messy?
Kongs are a delicious way to entertain your pup. Aside from providing a tasty snack, Kongs can provide a soothing distraction to your dog while they’re left alone or while …
What’s a Sniffari? Does My Dog Need One?
Growing up, I was taught that dogs are supposed to walk on a short leash on your left side. “Walks” were more like marches around the block, and I never …
