[vc_row el_class=”desc-section”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Springtime in Colorado brings many dog-owners and their four-legged friends out to the dog park. But is your dog ready to romp around freely at the dog park? For the safety of your dog and others, we highly recommend that your dog has mastered these four basic commands first: sit, heel, come, and…
[vc_row el_class=”desc-section”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]There’s no question our dogs need guidance to fit into our hectic family lives. Teaching basic obedience makes for a happy and stress-free environment, both in and outdoors. So if your dog is a relentless tornado of energy, the “place” command can be a real lifesaver in those everyday situations. Just think, how…
[vc_row el_class=”desc-section”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Blue sky, sunshine, your much-loved dog and a new trail – off-leash hiking is one of the joys of Colorado living and especially easy in this state. With more than 75 off-leash dog parks, open spaces and trails, Colorado is very dog-friendly, and you’ll probably meet people and dogs on your hike. Not to mention…
[vc_row el_class=”desc-section”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Are your dog’s paws often where they shouldn’t be? When your dog jumps up it’s generally because they want something. Whether that’s a piece of cake left on the kitchen counter, the overexcitement of meeting people, or simply because they want a comfy spot to sleep. But if you don’t correct your dog’s…
[vc_row el_class=”desc-section”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Lunging and barking at other dogs while on leash are two common behaviors associated with reactive dogs. Your dog’s reactivity can be due to fear and aggression, or excitement and over friendliness. In most cases, a dog’s aggression and reactivity usually stems from a lack of confidence. They are unsure of what’s going…
[vc_row el_class=”desc-section”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Dogs benefit greatly from a regular obedience training routine. That guidance helps our canine friends understand how they fit in to our human world. Dogs aren’t born knowing how they’re supposed to behave, they learn through our patience, care and devotion to training. But the problem is, some owners assume training stops after…
