Virginia DareMar 20, 20232 minLikeable Lick Mats!I've been working with two clients recently where lick mats really came in handy for their dogs. These mats, which come in a variety of...
Virginia DareOct 16, 20222 minEnrichment EssentialsWhen I meet with clients, no matter the age or breed or energy level of the dog, I almost always discuss the topic of enrichment. When I...
Virginia DareSep 13, 20223 minSetting Dogs Up For Play SuccessOne of my favorite activities is watching dogs play happily together, without tension or rising arousal levels that shift the play from...
Virginia DareSep 5, 20223 minPuppies Playing with Adult DogsIf you're thinking of adding a new pup to your home when you already have an adult dog, or if you're currently dealing with this dynamic,...
Virginia DareFeb 18, 20193 minThe Joys of Flirt Pole PlayExercise is an important part of your dog's daily routine, helping him to burn off some energy and generally reducing other forms of...
Virginia DareJan 22, 20192 minTame The Land Shark: dealing with puppy chewingIt's natural for a pup to explore items in his world by putting his mouth around them, and during the teething stage, it must feel...