Winter Paw Care

Winter Paw Care

Winter will soon be upon us here in the High Country! I always look forward to colder temperatures and snow (just not the short days). We humans are pretty good at making sure that we are prepared for the cold weather with appropriate footwear – but do you do...
Easy Training with Your Dog’s Mealtime

Easy Training with Your Dog’s Mealtime

Did you know that you don’t have to spend hours a day training your dog? In fact, you can get a lot accomplished in very little time! There has also been some preliminary research that shows that shorter training sessions are more effective! When you are planning out...
Adopting a Senior Dog

Adopting a Senior Dog

When most people think of adding a new pet to their family, they probably picture adding a puppy or kitten—a young animal they can train and shape to be exactly what they want it to be! Of course, we often forget just how much work goes into raising a puppy—potty...
Understanding Your Teenage Dog

Understanding Your Teenage Dog

According to the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy, nearly HALF of dogs surrendered to shelters are between the ages of 5 months and 3 years. Almost all of those dogs had been in the house for less than a year. What that boils down to is that the...
Common Struggles with Teenage Dogs

Common Struggles with Teenage Dogs

Take a moment to think back on your teenage years. It was probably a lot of fun. It was also very challenging! Mood swings, heightened emotions, and maybe even some growing pains. Remember those bad decisions you made? Maybe some you wish you could undo? Now, look at...
Everything You Need to Know About Enrichment

Everything You Need to Know About Enrichment

What is enrichment? According to the Oxford Dictionary, it is “the action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.” If you’ve been to a well-run zoo lately, you’ll notice Environmental Enrichment activities on the calendar for the animals that call...