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How To Get Involved With Local Animal Rescues/Nonprofits

May 30, 2023 by Lauren Swist Leave a Comment

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If you’re an animal lover looking to make a difference or interested in volunteer work, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, I will provide you with valuable tips and resources to help you take the first steps in supporting local animal rescues and nonprofits in your community. 5 Steps To Get Involved […]

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How To Train Your Dog To Be A Therapy Dog

April 14, 2023 by Lauren Swist Leave a Comment

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If you’re looking for a way to make a positive impact in your community while spending time with your furry friend, training your dog to be a therapy dog might be just what you’re looking for. As a therapy dog trainer and aspiring nurse, I have seen firsthand the joy and comfort therapy dogs can […]

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3 Benefits of Therapy Dogs in Nursing Homes

April 6, 2023 by Lauren Swist Leave a Comment

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As an aspiring nurse and dog trainer, I have seen firsthand the positive impact that therapy dogs can have on people’s lives. Therapy dogs are specially trained to provide comfort, support, and affection to people in need, including those in nursing homes. Here are the top 3 benefits of therapy dogs in nursing homes. Reduced […]

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Why Won’t My Dog Come Back When I Call?

March 14, 2023 by Lauren Swist Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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Are You Training Your Dog Too Much?

December 23, 2022 by Lauren Swist Leave a Comment

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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 […]

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