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Should Puppies Have Free Access to Water?

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There are some very common themes most puppy owners encounter, and while our natural tendency is to problem solve for success, sometimes the results we want can cause issues later down the line that aren’t intended or realized. A very common puppy-raising problem is frequent potty accidents. Potty training success takes time, patience, and planning.…

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Lucky Dogs in NJ

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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

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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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Dog Training 101: The Benefits of Dog Training Camp

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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…

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Training is More Than Come, Sit, Stay

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Some 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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