Using Enrichment to Improve Your Dog’s Welfare

You may have encountered the term enrichment frequently when discussing your dog’s well-being. In this post, we’ll explore what enrichment means, why it is important for your dog, and how you can provide activities that align with your dog’s natural instincts and breed-specific needs. What Is Enrichment and Why Does It Matter? Enrichment refers...

Teaching Without Tension: How to Use a Leash to Build Lasting Skills

It’s difficult to discuss dog training without mentioning leashes. Leashes are tools that are often misunderstood. When dog owners are asked about their purpose, common responses include walking, control, safety, and training. While leashes do serve all these functions, I’d like to focus specifically on two key aspects: safety and training. In today’s world,...

Sniffing for Fun: How to Get Started with Nose Work at Home

A dog’s nose is an extraordinary tool for gathering information. The portion of a dog’s brain dedicated to processing scents is approximately 40 times larger than that of humans, and dogs possess around 60 times more olfactory receptors than we do. When we enter a home where chili is cooking, we perceive the aroma...