Platform Training Your Dog
The groom table is the center of your dog’s experience with grooming. The ideal dog will stay still on the table while being worked on. They can sit when the…
Review of What It’s Like to be a Dog
This is one of the most revolutionary books I have ever read on dogs. The potential for this book to change the face of dog training, and our understanding of…
All Things Chihuahua Wins the Maxwell Medallion!
When I first created this website in 2022, the goal was to have the ultimate resource for Chihuahua lovers. I wanted to have every possible chihuahua question answered on my…
If You Know Your Dog Is Aggressive
Most people do not think about groom training their dog until their beloved pet is banned from a groom shop. The dog is often referred to a veterinarian for grooming,…
What To Do When Your Dog Training Stalls
If you’ve been training your dog very long, chances are you and your dog have gotten into a bit of a rhythm. You introduce a new cue, practice a bit,…
A Crash Course in Dog Training
Many of the things we want our pets to do are not natural behaviors for our pets. Imagine for a moment you were attempting to brush the teeth or fur…
A Crash Course in Reading Body Language
Before we begin, there are a few key communication signals your dog uses every day that you need to be able to read. These signals will be used to determine…
Pre-Training Checklist: All Tools Needed
In order to train your dog to handle the groomers, you’ll need a few things that simulate the experiences they will have at the groom shop. Luckily, you don’t have…
Best Enrichment Toys for Chihuahuas
Have you ever wondered what the best enrichment toys are for chihuahuas? Have you ever thought of asking the chihuahua? We went straight to the source and asked our dogs…
