Dog Aware Tip #7: Dogs Don’t Like Hugs and Kisses
Here's our most controversial tip of all time: Pet dogs with one hand. They don't like hugs and kisses. I know that there will a barrage of comments from people telling
Dog Aware Tip #6: Interact Only with Happy Dogs Who Come to You
Interact Only with Dogs Who Come to You for Attention The best thing you can teach your kids to keep them from having an adverse encounter with your own dog or
Dog Aware Tip #5: Keep the Dog Happy and Kids Safe During Family Gatherings
Gatherings at a friend or relative’s house are the source of fond memories for many. The family dog may not enjoy these events as much as everyone else. Changes in
Dog Aware Tip #4: Encourage Dogs and Kids Just to Hang Out
Mandy and Rob decided that it was time to get a puppy, because they wanted their two kids, Sarah age 4 and Trevor age 6 to grow up with a
Dog Aware Tip #3: Learn to Speak Dog and Teach Your Kids
Happy, relaxed dogs that want to be with kids are the safest dogs to have around your kids. Dogs tell us with their body language how they're feeling. Learn to speak
Dog Aware Tip #2: Use Your Leash to Keep Dogs from Chasing
Toddlers can be erratic, unpredictable and noisy. They may also have food or smell like food. These are desirable attributes to a dog which may ignite their instinct to chase.
Dog Aware Tip #1 for Kids: Stand Like a Tree
Three year old Mary* was playing outside on a cool spring day. Her dad, Rick, was working in the yard nearby and her mum, Marg, was on the deck of
How can my kids help with training the dog?
Your kids can help with training and they should! You will have a dog that respects, listens and loves your kids. Here are some suggestions on things you kids can
Holiday Dog Aware Tips
By Joan Orr and Teresa Lewin Holidays Are Stressful for Dogs Gatherings at a friend or relative’s house are the source of fond holiday memories for many. The family dog may