Morris Animal Inn Blog
Humans of Irish descent, or even those who just want an excuse to have fun, are excited about the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day holiday. They may think they are lucky dogs for being able to eat corned beef and cabbage or drink shamrock shakes, but what about Irish dogs? Irish dogs? Are there really that…
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Why rewards work better than punishment? Think about your day at work. Maybe it wasn’t the best day; you messed up on a project, and your bossed yelled at you. Or maybe it was a great day; you did well, even excelled, and your boss was enthusiastic and commended you for what you accomplished. Which…
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There are different (and often cute) names for dog training camp: puppy kindergarten, obedience school, and our own Manners Daycare and Canine Training Camp. Regardless of what it’s called, training your dog has benefits—for both the dog and the owner. Training should start as soon as possible when someone gets their dog. This helps the…
Read MoreSome of us give up on our dogs when they develop or continue a bad habit. This outcome can be a better one if we provide our pups the proper training. Dogs need to learn obedience through positive reinforcement so that both dog and pet parent are happy. With today’s busy schedules, sometimes we need…
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It’s that time of year again – smiles and waves as we drop our little ones off at the bus stop, and tearful goodbyes as we send our teenagers off to college. Amidst all the excitement and chaos of a brand new school year, don’t forget that your furry little one has some learning to…
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