Canine College Blog
The Importance of Winter Grooming for Dogs
Your dog seems irritated, and you’re confused. He’s been fed, walked, played with, and was even offered a sleeping spot on the bed (even though you both know he shouldn’t be up there). It’s freezing outside, but even when he’s indoors with the heat blasting, you can...
Tips for Handling Your Dog During Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year where you can catch up with family and friends and show off your baking skills. For your dog however, Thanksgiving can be a bit overwhelming -- especially if it's their first one. At Canine College, our dog training...
5 Signs Your Dog Needs Obedience Training
As pet owners, we often believe our pets are perfect just the way they are. Sometimes we may even believe that we can train our dogs ourselves; we've made the commitment to create a wonderful house pet on our own. However, not all situations end up as planned when it...
How Early Can My Puppy Learn Commands?
From the moment they open their eyes and start to walk, puppies are constantly learning from both humans and other dogs. If you purchased your new puppy from a breeder, then chances are that breeder has already begun to socialize the puppy and maybe even taught it...
Losing Daylight: How To Keep Your Dog Seen
It's officially fall now and that means we can expect to see the days grow significantly shorter. For us dog-owners, the two most convenient times of the day (before work in the morning and after work or dinner in the evening) are affected by the loss of daylight....
Canine College Warns Of Lingering Presence of Ticks
Fall season is upon us, which means we dog owners don't have to worry about ticks anymore... right? Wrong. How Ticks Became a Problem in Massachusetts Contrary to popular belief, ticks are hardy creatures that won't go away just because it's getting a little bit...
School Starts Soon, Opt For Dog Day Care!
School season means no more kids around the house to watch over the dog while you're at work. We understand that things can get a little crazy during the school season and your time is limited. Instead of leaving the dog cooped up in the house for 8 hours, why not...
Canine Good Citizen Training for Rhode Island Residents
Hey Rhode Island! Are you limited in your dog training options and looking for something more rewarding for both you and your dog? Canine College, located in Holbrook, provides a great variety of dog training options. Our dog training facility is less than an hour's...
The Importance of Choosing Puppy Kindergarten
Did you just get a new puppy? Congrats! That's a big responsibility, especially if you're a first time dog owner. Canine College wants to make sure that your first dog owning experience is positive and rewarding -- and that experience mainly comes from a well-trained,...
Elementary 1 Dog Training Starting July 18
Our dog training facility is gearing up for the start of another successful Elementary 1 Dog Training program! This on-site dog training program that is set to start on July 18 at 7 PM is perfect for dog owners who are looking to expose their pups to the basics of dog...