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Wags & Wiggles | Shock Collars and Punishment
Dog Training

Reasons to Avoid Shock Collars and Punishment

June 29, 2018 by

Reasons to Avoid Shock Collars and Punishment Punishment and shock collars are hot topics for dog owners and trainers. I have recently heard debates at dog parks, at a local dog restaurant, and at my veterinarian’s office. People seem to be talking about it everywhere! I try not to tell people what they should or shouldn’t do. I prefer to give people all of the data associated with their specific problem and then decide together the best course of action. … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | Dog Breed - Labs
Dog Health & Care | Miscellaneous Dog

Dog Breed Spotlight: The Labrador Retriever

June 14, 2018 by

Dog Breed Spotlight: The Labrador Retriever Did you know that Labrador Retriever’s are the most popular dog breed in the US? We see many labs here in our daycare every single day! They come in a variety of colors. However, the AKC only recognizes chocolate, yellow, and black. History Labs first originated in Newfoundland, Canada, now known as the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The dog breed gained popularity throughout the 1800s. Labs were first bred to retrieve waterfowl from … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | Rawhide Alternatives
Dog Health & Care

Safe & Healthy Alternatives to Rawhide Chews

June 8, 2018 by

Safe & Healthy Alternatives to Rawhide Chews Rawhide chews are a popular choice among pet parents, but we don’t recommend them. While they can satisfy the need to chew, they can also cause stomach irritation and internal blockages. Rawhide chews are made from dried animal skins, typically from the leather industry’s leftover scraps. The majority of rawhide chews are sourced from outside of the United States, and toxic chemicals are frequently used in the manufacturing process. There are plenty of … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | Fancy Gets Spayed
Dog Health & Care

Preparing to Spay/Neuter Your Dog? Read Fancy and Fiesta’s Story!

June 1, 2018 by

Preparing to Spay/Neuter Your Dog? Read Fancy and Fiesta’s Story! This spay/neuter article is based on personal experience – you should always consult with your veterinarian about your individual dog. The time recently came to spay our girls Fancy (Sheltie, age 2) and Fiesta (Aussie, age 5). We wanted to do our best to minimize their discomfort and our anxiety. We’re sharing some information with you so you can prepare for spaying or neutering your dog. There are actually several … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | New Puppy
Dog Training

New Puppy Series: Your Puppy’s First 5 Training Cues

May 26, 2018 by

New Puppy Series: Your Puppy’s First 5 Training Cues Did you recently bring home a new puppy? This blog mini-series is for you! In this post, we go over the first five training cues you should teach your new puppy! The new puppy in the pictures is Logic, the newest addition to the Zurborg family! 1. Eye contact We want to train our dogs to look at our face when we say their name. If your dog is looking at … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | New Puppy
Dog Training | Miscellaneous Dog

New Puppy Series: When Vacuums Attack! How to Help Your Puppy Overcome Fear

May 18, 2018 by

New Puppy Series: When Vacuums Attack! How to Help Your Puppy Overcome Fear Did you recently bring home a new puppy? This blog mini-series is for you! In this post, we go over how to help your new puppy overcome fear. The new puppy in the pictures is Logic, the newest addition to the Zurborg family! Logic’s New Fear The day Logic turned three months old, he suddenly noticed the vacuum. We had previously been vacuuming around his pen while … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | Dog Daycare
Miscellaneous Dog

Benefits of Dog Daycare for Puppies – Logic’s Daycare Story

May 4, 2018 by

Benefits of Dog Daycare for Puppies Are you thinking about bringing home a new puppy soon? This blog mini-series is for you! In this post, we go over the benefits of dog daycare for puppies. The puppy in the pictures is Logic, the newest addition to the Zurborg family! Logic turns three months old The day Logic turned 12 weeks, his devil side emerged! His previous training and playtime sessions only lasted about an hour. Afterwards, Logic would be totally … Read More

Miscellaneous Dog

New Puppy Series: A Short Guide on Puppy Socialization

April 20, 2018 by

New Puppy Series: A Short Guide on Puppy Socialization Are you thinking about bringing home a new puppy soon? This blog mini-series is for you! In this post, we go over the importance of puppy socialization. The puppy in the pictures is Logic, the newest addition to the Zurborg family! In our puppy socialization classes, we pass out a list of all the things you’ll want to show your new puppy so that they can have good exposure to the … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | New Puppy
Miscellaneous Dog

New Puppy Series: 6 Things You Need to Know When Picking Your New Puppy’s Breeder

April 6, 2018 by

New Puppy Series: 6 Things You Need to Know When Picking Your New Puppy’s Breeder Are you thinking about bringing home a new puppy soon? This blog mini-series is for you! In this post, we go over 6 things you should know when picking out your new puppy’s breeder. The brand new puppy in the pictures is Logic, the newest addition to the Zurborg family! #1 – What type of dogs do they breed? Meeting prior dogs in your breeder’s … Read More

Wags & Wiggles | New Puppy
Dog Training | Miscellaneous Dog

New Puppy Series: Top 5 Things to Do When Bringing Home a New Puppy

March 23, 2018 by

Top 5 Things to Do When Bringing Home a New Puppy Did you recently bring home a new puppy? This blog mini-series is for you! In this post, we go over the Top 5 things you should do when bringing a new puppy home for the very first time. The brand new puppy in the pictures is Logic, the newest addition to the Zurborg family! #1 – Show Your New Puppy Where to Go Potty Where your new puppy goes … Read More

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