Nicholas Garrison Selecting a Dog Looks aren’t everything. Often, we choose which dog to get based on appearance, whichever breed, size, or color appeals to us. Ever since I fell in love with Eddie on the TV show Frasier, I may have w... Apr 22, 2025 Understanding your Dog
Nicholas Garrison Pros and Cons of Bark Collars Bark collars can be effective in certain situations, but their success depends on the dog, the root cause of the barking, the type of collar used, and how it's implemented . Here's a breakdown of what... Apr 20, 2025 Training
Nicholas Garrison Fifty Facts about your dog Did you know dogs have an extraordinary sense of smell? Their noses are so sensitive that they can detect scents at concentrations of parts per trillion, making them excellent at tracking and even det... Apr 15, 2025 Understanding your Dog
Nicholas Garrison The Importance of Socialization Important Socialization Period for Puppies There is a limited window of time in puppyhood during which a puppy must be exposed to a variety of people, animals, places, and objects to grow up with a he... Mar 27, 2025 Puppy Support
Nicholas Garrison What's the difference between a baby and a puppy? Did you just get a new puppy and now are saying “Wow, a puppy is a lot of work!” Or “I have not had a puppy in a long time. They sure do bite a lot.” Join the club! A puppy is a lot of work and requir... Mar 21, 2025 Puppy Support
Nicholas Garrison Puppies Need to Earn Their Freedom Puppies need to earn their Freedom . I have been working with several new clients who are asking me "how I stop my puppy from peeing and pooping in the house." To start with, until they are potty trai... Mar 14, 2025 Puppy Support
Nicholas Garrison Common Misconceptions Dog Owners Have About Their Dogs Common Misconceptions Dog Owners Have About Their Dogs Being a dog owner comes with its joys and challenges, and sometimes, misconceptions about our furry friends can lead to misunderstandings and eve... Mar 10, 2025 Understanding your Dog
Nicholas Garrison Wow, A Puppy is a lot of Work Did you just get a new puppy and now say, “Wow, a puppy is a lot of work?” Or “I haven’t had a puppy in a long time. They sure do bite a lot.” Join the club: a puppy demands a lot of effort and attent... Mar 3, 2025 Puppy Support
Nicholas Garrison You want to get a Dog. Why? So, you’ve decided to get a dog. The first question I have is why? Is it because your elderly father just lost his spouse, and you want to get him a dog to help with his depression because you think h... Feb 21, 2025 Understanding your Dog
Nicholas Garrison Dogs Understand Human Emotion 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... Feb 3, 2025 Understanding your Dog
Nicholas Garrison Common Mistakes Dog Owners Make Dogs are amazing creatures. They provide us with companionship, loyalty, and unconditional love. As a dog owner, it’s essential to make sure you’re doing everything you can to keep your furry friend h... Jan 28, 2025 Care
Nicholas Garrison Why Dogs Chew Why do dogs chew? Biologists tell us that chewing is all about toning jaw muscles. Dogs no longer need to split bones and grind down marrow to survive, but the urge is hardwired into them—and into som... Jan 20, 2025 Puppy Support
