If you love dogs as much as I do, you know how much their adorable faces and wagging tails make anyone instantly happy. You can help add some joy to people’s days by becoming a therapy dog volunteer! This is one of the most fun ways (in my opinion) to volunteer, but how do you […]
Unleashing Comfort: The Impact of Therapy Dog Volunteering
When you think of therapy, the image of a wagging tail and a furry friend might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, the impact of therapy dog volunteering is nothing short of remarkable. As a passionate dog trainer and aspiring nurse, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the profound positive influence […]
Why Won’t My Dog Come Back When I Call?
When you are training your dog, one of the most important things to teach them is to come back to you when you call. This is so important because they need to reliably do this if you want to ever walk them off-leash. Even if they are outside in a fenced-in yard, it is much […]
Are You Training Your Dog Too Much?
When you bring a new dog home, it is so important that you train them. Dogs love to learn, and training helps to engage their brain as well as build a bond between the two of you. If you are a new dog owner, you might not know how often you should even be training […]
How To Stop Excessive Barking In Dogs
Constant barking can be really frustrating for new dog owners. Barking is one of the ways dogs communicate, like how people talk. You should expect your dog to bark because it is natural. However sometimes dogs can bark excessively, and there are things you can do to prevent this. As an aspiring nurse, Lauren Swist […]