Creating structure and boundaries for your dog.

If you are like most pet parents, you take a lot of pleasure in making your dog happy and hate to cause discomfort or stress. However, unless you want to spend your life with your dog trying to control everything about their environment, teaching them to respond appropriately to stressors will make life a lot more pleasant for both of you.

Here's what you need to know about instilling boundaries and why this is such a critical exercise for you and your dog.

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Easy ways to help stimulate a smart dog

Smart dogs find more ways to get into mischief and are often less able to be satisfied with simple toys. You may need to work harder to keep your intelligent dog happy and healthy.

It can be especially hard to occupy an intelligent dog during times when you cannot actively engage and train them. Here are some things to do to help you manage your relationship with an intelligent dog…

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Introducing your dog to your baby

You will never forget the moment your furbaby meets your human baby. Preparing for and managing the first and the following interactions is essential. Here's what you need to know about introducing a new baby or toddler to a dog and how to manage their interactions going forward.

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Nathaniel SegallUrban Dogger
Top 10 To Dos When You Are Bringing Home A New Puppy

It's hard to beat the excitement of bringing home a new puppy. Have you been drooling over every picture the breeder sent for weeks? Are you finally coming back from an adoption event with just the right new family member? Either way, the moment that a new dog comes home is sure to be one that you'll remember.

However, this is also a delicate time for your puppy and your family. You don't want to be so caught up in the excitement that you aren't careful about making good decisions. Here are 10 things that are essential when you first bring home a puppy.

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Nathaniel SegallUrban Dogger
Potty Training During Covid 19

In many ways, the coronavirus quarantine is a perfect time to get a new pet. More time at home means more time to devote to training and getting to know a new pet.

However, even with more time, teaching a new dog or puppy to live in your home can be challenging. Potty training during Covid presents its own special challenges. Here are some tips to help you potty train your new puppy or adult rescue dog.

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Benefits of Pet Insurance

You love your pet, so naturally, you want to do anything you have to do to take care of them if they get hurt or sick. Few things are more terrible for a pet owner than having to decide between costly medical attention and losing their pet.

Pet insurance takes a lot of the guesswork and anxiety out of taking care of your pet. But is it a better investment than a savings account? Here's what you need to know about the advantages and disadvantages of pet insurance.

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Nathaniel Segall
Benefits of Harnesses in Walking your Dog

Walks are one of the most important activities that your dog gets to enjoy. Walking isn't just an opportunity for exercise; it's a chance to explore, take in the world, and bond with the handler and other dogs.

Unfortunately, walking can be uncomfortable, stressful, or even dangerous for the handler, the dog, and the community if the dog isn't under control or the wrong equipment is used.

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Nathaniel Segall