The latest news from Bark Busters, the dog training experts.
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Bereavement: Coping with the loss of a dog
February 13 2019Dogs are with us for just a short period of our lives and yet, during that time, they become a major part of our family. Many people would describe the attachment they feel towards their dog as just as strong, if not stronger, than that felt towards some human relatives. ...read more -
Dogs and Sleep
February 06 2019Sleep allows your puppy to process and make sense of all the information gathering that they did when they were awake. They may even dream about that great chase game and twitch and "run" in their sleep. So, like us, their brains are sorting out useful information and material to remember. ...read more -
It's Not Their Fault
January 30 2019Dogs have toilet accidents, dogs chew things they shouldn't, dogs bark too much, dogs get aggressive. So, if it's not their fault how do we, as humans react? Most important to remember is that there is no place, when sharing your life with a dog, for punishment, either verbal nor physical. ...read more -
Summer Hazards For Your Dog
January 23 2019Summer safety isn't just for humans. Your dog may want to enjoy being outdoors in the summer, but you need to watch out for summer safety hazards that could put your pooch at risk. Here are some things you should watch out for this summer in order to protect your dog. ...read more -
National Train Your Dog Month
January 17 2019Many people believe that dog training is just about the basics - SIT! STAY! COME! with a few other simple straightforward commands or tricks thrown in. ...read more -
Does Your Dog Make Mistakes?
January 02 2019Even though we are dog trainers and our clients think our dogs are "perfect," they do make mistakes. And in the spirit of full disclosure, so do we. We've yet to meet a dog or person that was 100% perfect all the time. ...read more -
Fireworks and Dogs - How to Avoid Disaster?
December 27 2018With the end of the year fast approaching, many of us will be gathering on New Year's Eve to watch the fireworks displays calling in the New Year. While fireworks are attractive and exciting for humans, dogs generally are far less keen and are unable to make sense of the loud bangs and explosions taking place in their normally quiet lives. ...read more -
Understand Submissive Peeing
December 19 2018Does your puppy or dog urinate when someone greets her or when you come home or when you speak to her? ...read more -
Why A Dog Is A Bad Holiday Present
December 12 2018Thinking of getting a dog as a holiday present. Bark Busters Home Dog Training describes why a dog is a bad holiday present. ...read more -
Great Apps For Dog Owners
December 05 2018Remember a world without smart phones ... how did we ever get along? Technology has made life easier in so many ways, even for dogs and their owners. Whether you're looking for an app to track your dog's walking or even if you want access to emergency pet information, the following apps can be invaluable! ...read more