Purple and Paws
Advice and stories from one dog to lover to another
Maybe you’ve just welcomed a new furry friend to the family. Maybe you’d like to teach your dog some new tricks. Whatever the case may be, training a dog can be a sometimes-frustrating, often-tricky, yet ultimately-rewarding experience. Here are some tips to help anyone training their dog.
When I first adopted Socks, I had visions of us visiting the dog park once a week and stopping to greet all our furry neighbors on each walk. Then reality crushed my dreams on his second day home. We were on our morning walk, our next-door-neighbor approached with her dog, saying, “Let’s let them sniff,” …
Maybe your pooch decides to roll in cow manure during a walk one day. Or maybe she dashes outside after a rain storm and rolls in all the muddy puddles. Maybe you start to notice a nasty stench and realize it’s coming from your favorite four-legged pal. Whatever the reason, eventually, every dog needs a …
Have you ever noticed that your dog has different barks for different occasions? If you have, good for you for being so observant. If you haven’t, don’t fret. Many owners don’t realize that their pets’ barks can differ wildly. Read on for a lesson in barking basics.