Lack of potty training is one of the main reasons that dogs end up in shelters. This is very avoidable if you go about potty training correctly. As a dog mom, I know it’s probably the most important training time for your dog. Whether you rescued an adult dog that needs training or adopted a new puppy, every pet parent needs to effectively potty train their dog. None of my small dogs were potty trained when I rescued them and it was a different process with each one. Using positive reinforcement methods, you can potty train your Chihuahua quickly with a minimal margin of error. Here are 10 tips for effectively potty training your Chihuahua or other small dog.
How to Help a Fearful Dog
I scour the euthanasia list from our local county animal shelter every night. Since both locations of Maricopa County Animal Care & Control are kill-shelters, about 40% of the animals who come in each year are put to death. It’s horrifying and sad, but the East Valley shelter alone takes in almost 150 animals a day. Each. Day. The Maricopa County facilities need a lot of help. Many people turn the other way because they are “kill shelters.” Well in reality, they wouldn’t have to euthanize so many animals if there was more funding, help, and foster/rescue homes. Oh yeah – and less idiots surrendering their dogs.
I’ve been involved with MCACC for about nine years and I just recently rescued a dog off of the euthanasia list. I came across her photo online on 11/22/15. She was an unknown breed, put at risk for euthanasia due to “fear.” She was set to die the very next day. As much as this angered me, I immediately had her “pulled” from the list. The shelter was right, she was extremely fearful. And I was going to have my hands full. [Read more…]
Win a #Whimzees Prize Pack and Over $1000 in Treats and Prizes! #TrickorTreatDogs
I am so thrilled to be part of the first ever Trick or Treat Giveaway Hop, hosted by Kol’s Notes and Beagles and Bargains! We are giving our readers a chance to win over $1000 worth of prizes, including an amazing grand prize! The hop has been going on since 10/19/15 and it ends in a few days, so make sure you visit the other participating blogs so you can learn dog tricks and win treats!
Our Morning at SanTan Village Mall
I love Arizona. I love the scenery, the weather and the people. Arizona is a great place to be so involved with animals because it’s such a dog friendly state.
I have a very tight group of girlfriends who are involved in agility and animal acting that I’ve made over the last year. Frequently, we go on adventures with our dogs. We like to do a lot of training in public places and today was the perfect day to head over to the SanTan Village outdoor mall to enjoy the weather! Enjoy the photos!
Four Great Training Treats for Dogs
I always have dog treats on me. Training is a daily part of our routine, whether we are at home or out and about. We even train on walks, so I’m always throwing treats in my pocket and have the joy of finding crumbs later!