Socializing Your PuppyYou’ve heard the old adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”? This is definitely the case when it comes to socialization...
Housetraining Your PupHousetraining Your Pup If your pup makes a mess in the house – You didn’t do your job, and that’s in no way the dog’s fault. You let him...
Laura BaskinMay 6, 20211 minTop 10 Facts on Vaccines1. “Core” vaccines are important for puppies and kittens. 2. Other vaccines optional depending on location and lifestyle. 3. Annual...
Laura BaskinNov 24, 20205 min“Which Puppy is Right for Me… Male or Female?”[I can see it in their eyes… "OK…now answer the question! Which is better- male or female?”]
Laura BaskinNov 21, 20202 minMini Aussie vs Mini AmericanIs there a difference between a Mini Aussie and a Mini American Shepherd? Simple answer is “No”. Genetically, the two are the same dog....
Laura BaskinNov 11, 20201 minImportant Parvo InformationNo dog-lover would intentionally hurt a puppy! Unfortunately, many dog owners don't understand how easy it is to be an unintentional,...
(Borrowed from Maggie Bullock)Jul 15, 20203 minHeat Stroke in DogsIn the event your dog gets overheated outside… Call vet and get to vet as soon as possible. In event you cannot get to vet… Bring dog/pup...
Laura BaskinJul 5, 20201 min"Manding"Getting your pup to focus on you, ask "please" and wait politely...
Laura BaskinJul 5, 20201 minFocus the Puppy Culture WayExamples of one of what we consider the most important exercises in Puppy Culture. These seven week old puppies are showing outstanding...
Laura BaskinFeb 4, 202012 minSurviving Your First 30 Days with a New Puppyby Dr. Marty Becker DVM (with edits/additions by Laudrick) As soon as you get your new puppy, love on him and let him hear the sound of...
Laura BaskinFeb 4, 20203 minNew Puppy Checklistpicture by K. Brooks Bringing a new puppy home is a thrilling experience, but if you don't have everything in place when you welcome her...
Laura BaskinJan 24, 20201 minDog Cookie Recipe[if gte vml 1]><v:shapetype id="_x0000_t75" coordsize="21600,21600" o:spt="75" o:preferrelative="t" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe"...
Laura BaskinSep 24, 20194 minHelping the Shy/Timid PupMost puppies, even socialized, happy youngsters that never undergo traumatic events, go through shy/fearful stages called "fear periods"...