Hey there, puppy lovers – I hope you all had a wonderful holiday with your Moms and Dads. In the spirit of the season, I had planned on putting my snarkey contempt aside to tell you about all the new toys Mom got me. But it seemed like there are more important things at paw… Continue reading A Kitten for Christmas
Category: Puppy Parties
Terrible Chews: Teething
One of the biggest challenges when raising a puppy is dealing with all of the chewing they do in the teething stage. You may think it’s hard but consider your puppy’s perspective! For almost a year of our lives, we are dealing with major changes inside of our mouths! First, the baby teeth come in… Continue reading Terrible Chews: Teething
Stop the Itch – Winter Care Tips for Your Dogs Skin
Thomas Hawk / Foter.com / CC BY When I think of Winter three words come to mind: Dry Itchy Skin. I’m sure most of you are aware that those three little words can be a BIG problem during the Winter months, what you may not be aware of is that dogs can suffer from the… Continue reading Stop the Itch – Winter Care Tips for Your Dogs Skin
Menswear Dog: Why This Dapper Dog is Best in Show
Watch out Tyra, America has found it’s next top model, who can smize with his adorable puppy-dog eyes. The fetching fashion-forward dog goes by the name of Bodhi. Bodhi is a four-year-old Shiba Inu who lives in NYC, who lists his interests as “never washing his selvage denim, lurking around Soho for someone to notice… Continue reading Menswear Dog: Why This Dapper Dog is Best in Show
Advice From A New Puppy Owner
Oh, the joys of getting a new puppy! If you’re thinking about getting your first puppy or have just brought one home, hopefully I can offer some helpful advice for you. I recently brought home a puppy myself and reality hit fast. If you’re anything like me, I had no idea how much work a… Continue reading Advice From A New Puppy Owner
“Four on the Floor” – Positive Reinforcement Training for Jumping Up
When trying to stop dogs from jumping up, most people try to correct the behavior by using punishment. With positive reinforcement, however, you want to focus on what you want your dog to do rather than what you want them not to do. So, when teaching your dog not to jump up, you want to… Continue reading “Four on the Floor” – Positive Reinforcement Training for Jumping Up
Entertainment For Your Two-Legged Friends
Puppy pawties are not just about entertaining your four-legged party guests, its also about having a barking good time with your two-legged friends. Even though the star of the pawty is the bruffday pooch or new family member, it is a good idea to look at who is invited to pawty and make sure there… Continue reading Entertainment For Your Two-Legged Friends
Celebrate with Classic Houndstooth & Dog Silhouettes Party Theme
All the class with just a touch of sass, Dog Silhouettes party theme is a fashionable choice for any kind of pooch party. Featuring an orange houndstooth pattern and silhouettes of familiar dog breeds, the timeless design is perfect for any puppy shower, dog birthday party or company event. As official WhenPoochComesToShove.com pawty dog, I… Continue reading Celebrate with Classic Houndstooth & Dog Silhouettes Party Theme
Managing Your Dog's Separation Anxiety
After I got adopted, I loved being around my new family so much that I hated when they left me. When I would get left alone, I would get nervous and would do start doing bad things. I would sometimes chew on stuff I knew I wasn’t suppose to, dig & scratch at doors, windows… Continue reading Managing Your Dog's Separation Anxiety
Is Your Elderly Dog Losing His Hearing? Tips for Hearing Loss in Older Pets
Every morning our dog anxiously awaits me letting him outside for his potty break. I usually have enough time to get dressed and then head back to the door to find him waiting to be let back in. Unfortunately, this morning he wasn’t there. I was in the backyard hollering away and unfortunately, he still… Continue reading Is Your Elderly Dog Losing His Hearing? Tips for Hearing Loss in Older Pets