Canine College Blog
What to Do if your Dog Keeps Barking in His Kennel
Crate training is a challenging part of owning a dog. Getting your pet comfortable with being inside a kennel can sometimes seem like an impossible task, especially if they bark continuously while inside. If you are like many dog owners who struggle to keep your pup...
Can you Teach an Old Dog New Tricks?
Whether you’ve adopted an older dog recently or you’re looking to give your longtime pal some new challenges, you might be considering teaching your furry friend some new tricks. But what about the old saying that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Well, the good...
How to Stop Your Puppy from Nipping
Being a puppy parent really is a full-time job. Puppies require a lot of time, energy, and attention to ensure they develop into well-adjusted adult dogs. One of the biggest struggles when dealing with a puppy is how they manage all of their excited energy. All too...
What to do if Your Older Dog is Having Accidents in the House
Having a dog throughout their adult years is an experience filled with bonding and great memories, but as the dog gets older, things may begin to change. Dogs are more likely to suffer from certain medical conditions as they age. Your once house-trained companion may...
How to Effectively Use Positive Reinforcement with Your Dog
Too many dogs have been taught with the use of consequences. Teaching your dog behaviors with positive reinforcement is a much more effective and overall better way to train. There are numerous benefits to positive reinforcement. Effective training with positive...
Puppy Training Mistakes That Lead to Bad Behaviors
There’s no question that puppies bring an endless amount of joy into our lives. With their playful demeanors, unconditional love, and puppy snuggles, it’s hard to imagine what can go wrong! However, it’s important to remember, that it’s also a lot of work. A new puppy...
What to do if Your Dog Doesn’t Like His Crate
No human being enjoys being kept in one spot or place for long. It's no surprise that our animals feel the same way too. Humans and animals alike are very active species, and there is that need to get a feel of the environment, make friends, utilize the five senses,...
How to Train Your Dog to Stop Excessively Barking
Barking is a normal behavior for dogs. Even the most well-behaved, well-trained dogs bark occasionally, and especially when triggered by specific events. It’s unreasonable to expect a dog to never bark; After all, that’s like expecting a child to never talk! However,...
How to Make Sure Your Dog is Getting Enough Exercise in the Winter
Did you know that most dogs only get about 20% of the physical activity they need? This is because owners get busy and tired and forget just how important it is to keep their pup moving. In the winter, colder weather makes it even easier to throw your dog’s activity...
How to Train Your Dog to Get Along with Your Cat
Being a pet parent is fun and rewarding, but it’s also very challenging too. Getting your animals to get along with one another is almost as hard as asking two human siblings to get along, especially if one is a cat and the other is a dog. Cats and dogs tend to have...