Professional Paws Pet Blog
A professional dog trainer’s thoughts on training, animal behavior, pet care and more!
How to Choose a Dog Trainer
Dog training is an unregulated industry, which means literally anyone can call themselves a dog trainer. No experience or education is required. This often means that there are a lot of options to choose from in any given area, but not all are created equally. Choosing a qualified trainer is going to set the foundation for your relationship with your dog. How do you know which trainer is going to be the best for your situation? I’ve made a list of some important things to consider when making this important choice.
Considerations to Make Before Adding a Pooch to Your Family
The holiday season is the most common time of the year to adopt a dog or puppy. It is such a festive time, and as humans, we want to share that with another being. Let’s face it, they’re also super cute. Congratulations on deciding to add to your family! But do you know how to decide what type of dog is right for you? There are SO many things to consider! What breed? Rescue or breeder? Puppy or adult? It is important to really think about it because you will be living with this creature for the next 10-20 years. I am here to help.