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TIPS & TRICKS


Playbiting & Mouthiness
Puppies explore their world and initiate interactions with their mouths. This is normal puppy behavior. When puppies play, they bite one...


House Training
There are a few simple things to know when training your dog to go in the right place, at the right time. From there, it really is...


Home Alone Time
Dogs are social animals which can make home alone time difficult. Dogs that cannot manage being left alone are anxious and as a result...


Exercise
All dogs need and deserve adequate mental and physical exercise. If their exercise requirements are met, they will be more likely to be...


Crate Training
Crate training is a wonderful aid for a variety of reasons. It’s helpful for short-term confinement of your dog (up to 4 hours max) when...


Dog Park Etiquette: A Trainer's Point of View
Over the years at Happy-Go-Lucky we’ve seen countless dogs at play in our daycare (1999-2007) and classes. Our Certified Pet Dog Trainers...


Puppy Socialization
New puppy? Now is the time to socialize! Puppies socialize much easier than adolescent or adult dogs – so get started! Expose your puppy...


Leadership
All dogs need owners to provide leadership so they can be well-adjusted and polite family members. Without a leader to provide structure,...


Dogs and Children
Dogs and children can have a wonderful time together with proper guidance and supervision. Left to their own devices, however, safety can...


Appropriate Play
Managing and training your dog can help prevent inappropriate play which can escalate into aggression. PLAYING WITH YOU Puppies first...
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