The Rule of 7 for puppies is a simple socialization guide that helps young dogs experience the world in a safe, structured way. The idea is that before a puppy is about 12 weeks old, they should have positive exposure to seven different surfaces, seven locations, seven types of people, seven objects, seven sounds, seven …
Joy is an Australian Shepherd. Before she started agility class, she destroyed things when her owner left the house. After she started, she did not. The destruction stopped, and Angie did not change anything else about the home routine. The only new variable was agility. That kind of change shows up over and over again …
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The 3-3-3 rule for new dogs helps explain their transition into three stages: the first 3 days, 3 weeks, and 3 months, and helps you understand what your dog is experiencing and how to support them as they settle in. Bringing a new dog home is one of the most exciting things you can do. …
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When you bring your dog to daycare for the first time, expect an evaluation day where staff watch how your dog interacts with others. After that, typical days include supervised play in the morning, activity throughout the day, and more play in the afternoon before pick-up. Your dog will likely come home tired, thirsty, and …
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Your neighbor’s puppy sits on command after two weeks. Your three-year-old rescue still pulls on the leash like a sled dog. Did you miss your chance? The old saying goes: you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Trainers hear this worry from Chicago dog owners every week. Most think their dog is too old …
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