Nicholas Garrison Puppy Sibling Syndrome: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Understand If you’re raising two puppies at the same time, especially littermates—you’ve probably heard warnings about puppy sibling syndrome (often called littermate syndrome ). For many dog owners, those warni... Feb 3, 2026 Puppy Support
Nicholas Garrison You Love Your Dog — So Why Is Life Still So Hard? You Love Your Dog — So Why Is Life Still So Hard? February is the month we talk about love. And if you’re a dog owner, chances are you love your dog deeply. You’ve fed them, walked them, worried about... Jan 30, 2026 Seasonal Support
Nicholas Garrison January Reset for Dogs: January in Georgia: A Sneaky Reset Month for You and Your Dog January in Georgia is a funny time of year. It’s not exactly winter-winter, but it’s also definitely not spring. One day it’s 65 degrees a... Jan 22, 2026 Seasonal Support
Nicholas Garrison Dogs Do What Works Dogs Do What Works (A Story Every Dog Owner Has Lived) It usually starts like this. You open the door. Your dog launches himself forward like he has been shot out of a cannon. The leash goes tight. Yo... Jan 15, 2026 Training
Nicholas Garrison The Best Indoor Dog Games to Beat Winter Boredom The Best Indoor Games to Beat Winter Boredom Dog indoor activities, enrichment for dogs, and rainy-day dog fun When winter weather keeps you indoors, it is not just humans who get bored—our dogs feel ... Jan 9, 2026 Seasonal Support
Nicholas Garrison New Year New Habits January marks an excellent opportunity for fresh starts—not just for people, but for our dogs as well. After the excitement and chaos of the holiday season, many dogs may notice the changes in routine... Jan 5, 2026 Seasonal Support
Nicholas Garrison Potty Training or Potty Management Is it Potty Training for your new puppy, or should it be called Potty Management? Are you confused? Let me explain. I have been working with several clients lately to help their new puppy avoid soilin... Dec 18, 2025 Puppy Support
Nicholas Garrison Why Are You Getting a Dog? Why Do You Really Want a Dog? So, you’ve decided you want to get a dog. The very first question I’m going to ask you is simple—but important: Why? Before you fall in love with floppy ears and wagging ... Dec 12, 2025 Dog Adoption
Nicholas Garrison December Is Safe Toy & Gift Month for Dogs 🎁 December Is Safe Toy & Gift Month for Dogs Give Gifts That Keep Your Dog Happy and Healthy December brings twinkling lights, cozy evenings, and lots of gift-giving—and that includes gifts for our do... Dec 5, 2025 Care
Nicholas Garrison Management in Dog Training Management in Dog Training: The Secret Ingredient Every Dog Owner Needs If you’ve ever wondered why your dog keeps repeating the same frustrating behaviors—jumping on guests, counter-surfing, barking ... Dec 1, 2025 Training
Nicholas Garrison The Science Behind Your Dog’s Emotional Intelligence Did You Know Dogs Can Understand Human Emotions? Dogs have been our loyal companions for thousands of years, offering love, protection, and unwavering support. But did you know that dogs can understan... Nov 21, 2025 Understanding your Dog
Nicholas Garrison Is Your Dog Training You? Here’s How to Tell Is Your Dog Training You ? Here’s How to Tell Most dog owners don’t realize it, but our dogs are quietly shaping our behavior every single day. They may not use words, but they are experts at watching... Nov 17, 2025 Problem Behaviors