Building Better Bonds: The Dogology Blog

Busy dog owners often struggle to find the time to train their dogs properly. Balancing work, family, and other responsibilities can make it hard to provide the consistent training and socialization your dog needs. That’s where mobile day school for dogs comes in. This convenient service brings professional dog training right to your doorstep, making […]

Harley is a nine month old black and tan Pug. I work full time and my mom watches him two days per week. I had him enrolled in a puppy class at PetSmart, in which he did graduate from. However, after a week or so in the intermediate class, I had to drop out because my other Pug (diabetic and blind) got sick. Every time I bring the dogs to this PetSmart, Oliver gets very sick. His immune system is weak and I think perhaps the place is not sanitized like it should be. I think Harley passed some virus to him. The trainer is very good, but my dogs get sick after a groom at this place, or a training session.

Anyway, I want to try something different.

We are having one heck of a time properly potty training Harley. He waits to take a poop in his kennel (using Forbid to help prevent him from eating it) as we are eating dinner. While I am working in my kitchen, I have him in a playpen and it is hit or miss with his pooping. I would like to work on this and get additional training.

Not sure if you have evenings, Saturdays and Sundays available for training.

Please let me know. I am interest in exploring other training opportunities with Dogology for Harly.

It’s a tough decision to make, but it may be time for you to head back to work after taking some time off with your new puppy. Quarantine puppies can have separation anxiety when left alone, and this article will help you avoid that all-too-common problem. You’ll learn how to prevent separation anxiety and keep […]

Training your puppy can be difficult when you’re a first time dog owner. When I got my very first puppy, I was so excited to take him home, but had no idea where to start! That’s why I decided it would be best to put together an easy-to-read guide on how to train your puppy […]

Dogs have been man’s best friend for many years and they are a great addition to any family. Sometimes, though, we all get frustrated with our furry friends when they chew on things that they shouldn’t be chewing on. Chewing is actually one of the most common behavioral issues that dog owners ask about! In […]

Raise your hand if you’ve had this experience: You’re hanging out in the living room watching TV, and you hear a knock. Your dog immediately launches themselves off the couch, barking their head off as they skid toward the front door. You follow along in their wake, grab their collar, open the door a crack, […]

Canine Communication Basics Have you ever wondered how to communicate with your dog? Maybe you want them to listen to you, or be more obedient to your wishes. In order to do this, you need to get inside their head. How do you do this? By tapping into their motivational drives. At the most basic […]

In part one of our dog daycare series, we discussed the different types of daycare options for your pooch. Today, we’ll review specific questions to ask before you hand over the leash. Vaccination Requirements Aside from rabies, what other vaccines does the facility require? DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus) and Bordatella are common ones, and […]

Picture this: your dog is bored at home, and won’t stop chewing the furniture. Stuffed Kongs don’t hold their attention, and they’ve interrupted your latest Zoom call by barking for the last time. They need mental and physical stimulation, and your work schedule simply isn’t allowing you to devote the necessary time to your dog. […]

A question that I’m often asked is “how do you choose a dog trainer?” The answer to this question depends on a number of factors, which we’ll cover in this post. At a high level, you’ll want a trainer who takes a balanced approach, and whose philosophy aligns with yours. They also need to communicate […]