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 annoying phase that passes with some patience, training, management, and maturity on the dog’s part. But what do you do in the meantime? How do … Read more
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 in between. My older dog Barley will growl if other dogs try to take his treats and has gotten into fights if another dog jumps … Read more
We have some exciting news! I’m hitting the road again with Barley, Niffler, and Saga the van. Right after I get back from Kenya we’re heading to Canada for a 6-8 week long road trip all the way to Tuktoyakyuk, Northwest Territories.
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, you might not want Fluffy’s luxurious tail waving across the screen. The good news is, we can easily train your cat to stop interrupting Zoom … Read more
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 so much freedom of movement, but living in a van isn’t a perfect Instagrammable dream! I am lucky to have a lot of friends that … Read more
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 must-haves for the pups. In many ways, vanlife is pretty different from your average home. Vans are super small – about 80 square feet. This … Read more
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 some breeders are generally more reserved than others Puppy history is important to consider. Hoarding or parvo puppies are usually very undersocialized It’s normal for … Read more
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 needs! Make sure they are getting enough rest Pay for what you like! If they lay down at your feet, reward them for it with … Read more
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 you’re busy on Zoom. But are they messy? If your pup is making a huge mess with their Kong, what are your options for reducing … Read more
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 found them much fun. My lab didn’t care for these marches either. She wanted to move her body, explore the world, and have fun! The … Read more
