House-training a puppy is hard enough without trying to tackle potty training in the winter. During the cold winter months, getting your dog to go outside at all may be a struggle.
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Dog boots for winter do more than make a cold-weather fashion statement. They also protect your furry pal’s paws from ice, snow, salt and deicing chemicals when he’s out for a neighborhood walk or stroll through a frosty winter wonderland.
So, you took the plunge and got a dog—but he’s not potty trained. Whether you are housetraining a puppy or helping an adult dog learn the ropes, potty training dogs takes time.
My dogs are barkers. They’ve declared themselves neighborhood patrol, so they bark when other dogs start barking, when they hear people outside chatting or even when a car door slams.
If you’ve got a dog, you’ve got bills. From the necessary health and wellness vet visits to quality dog food and treats to all of the dog toys that make life fun, pet parenting can get pricey.
Dogs don’t always have easy access to outdoors. For those times that your dog can’t wait to do his business, dog potty pads are a great way to help.
A dog harness is a dog walking staple. In fact, many pet parents opt for dog harnesses instead of dog collars. Why? Because they help distribute pressure away from their fur baby’s neck that’s caused by the leash, especially in dogs who pull.
As the director of training at The Sophisticated Dog, a Los Angeles-based pet training company, I’ve had many clients with older dogs who are not housetrained. Some of them have recently adopted an adult rescue, but others have had their dog since puppyhood.
Before getting your hands dirty, ensure that whatever plants you adorn your yard with are safe for doggos. (You will be sharing the space, after all!) To learn more about plants that are poisonous to pup, click here.
We See You: Bring on the drama. Mirrored surfaces, silky fabrics, bedazzled accessories—if it glitters and shines, you are obsessed. Jewel tones mixed with contrasting black and white hues color your home, while high-end polished chrome touches give it that old Hollywood feel.
Front-walking costume makes your dog or cat look just like a gingerbread cookie. Comes in two pieces with a gingerbread body holding a candy cane and colorful buttons. Separate head piece features green eyebrows, a red-and-white bow and hook-and-loop fasteners.
Is this toy chew proof or indestructible? Every dog plays differently and, since not all toys are created equal, it�s always best to keep a close watch on your pup in case things get ruff. Supervised play will help toys last longer and most importantly keep your pal safe.
Is this toy chew proof or indestructible? Every dog plays differently and, since not all toys are created equal, it�s always best to keep a close watch on your pup in case things get ruff. Supervised play will help toys last longer and most importantly keep your pal safe.
Living with dogs can be messy, and if your home is not built for it, it can make tidying up difficult. Everything from fabric selections to a room’s layout can impact the pet clean-up factor. Up your tidy-home potential by avoiding these six pet-friendly decorating mistakes.
Contributed by Irith Bloom, faculty at Victoria Stilwell Academy and certified animal trainer with multiple certifications, including CPDT-KSA, CDBC, VSPDT, KPA CTP, and CBATI. One of the most important dog training commands you can teach your dog is to drop things on cue.
Dog training classes are a good, inexpensive option for manners and obedience. Most cost between $30 and $80 per session. They also provide safe socialization opportunities.
Have you ever given a floofy catto a boop? Does your pupper mlem, or are they more likely to blep? Is there any sight more adorable than an absolute unit doing a sploot? Wait—do you have any idea what we’re talking about?
This year, let your dog go big with bold hues–another spring/summer trend, Elle reports.
Barzyk has one word to describe denim: “timeless.” And we’d have to agree. You’d have to go back almost 100 years to find a time when denim wasn’t popular. In fact, blue jeans–invented by Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis–will celebrate its 150th birthday in May 2023.
Just the thought of vacuuming every day makes a lot of pet parents go, “Ugh!” But it’s one of Stepp’s essential fur-cleaning tips. Consider getting a vacuum with added attachments for helping you remove pet hair from hard-to-clean spots, like furniture and stairs.
Shelvin says that the most ideal way is by creating a custom-design pet zone—basically a space dedicated to your pet’s activities. Elements like cabinetry, bench seating, and staircases can be turned into a comfortable sleeping area, with a little construction know-how.
Very Peri might be the Pantone color of the year, but hot pink is getting all the love right now.
Fleece-lined, olive green-hued quilted bomber jackets with neon orange accents. Camo-print coats with chic cream-colored zippers. Jet-black puffer jackets adorned with gold buttons and a waist belt. Your pet's fall and winter wardrobe this year might just be as stylish as yours (if not more!).
Turtlenecks aren't just a relic of the ‘90s. (Remember this iconic Joey Tribbiani look from “Friends”?) Because believe it or not, turtlenecks are back and more fashionable than ever—for pets and their parents.