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Strange Dog Behavior: Bed Making
A client recently sent me a video of her dog Georgia doing something strange. Georgia woke up the middle of the night and started dragging her nose...
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Petiquette Matters, Especially This Week
This week is National Etiquette Week. During this time, there is a national recognition of etiquette and protocol in all areas of American life—...
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Training & Behavior
Creative Toy Stuffing For Dogs
I’m a huge fan of treat dispensing toys. I stock a ton of them at Life on the Leash because I consider them "babysitter toys," meaning you can fill...
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Training & Behavior
Dogs on the Street: Spring Edition
Intrepid canine reporters Millie the Smooth Brussels Griffon and Olive the mixed breed dog are back with their take on the important canine news of...
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