Noise Phobias: thunderstorms, vacuums, and fireworks. Oh my! If your dog is fearful of storms, fireworks, strong winds, the smoke detector, the vacuum, or other sounds, you are not alone!  More than 20% of dogs have some level of noise phobia.  My dog, Hilda, often shakes, pants, and paces any time she hears rain outside. […]

The first few months of your puppy’s life are vital to his development and shape his future behavior. It might surprise you that this journey started long before he was born. Each breed group has characteristics that help shape your new puppy’s personality.  Of course, every puppy is an individual. Even if your pup’s breed […]

I have some exciting news!!  For those of you who don’t already know, our household gained a new family member.  And we are absolutely in love! From her cute squishy face, her velvet soft hair, and that adorable little nose…she just has a way of melting our hearts. But, there are no late-night feedings and diaper […]