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Boarding your dog for the first time may be both joyful and stressful. As a responsible dog owner, you must consider several aspects before sending your furry buddy to a boarding facility. Understanding your dog’s personality and needs, researching and choosing a reputable boarding facility, and preparing your dog for their stay are all important…
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It is a thrilling and joyful event to welcome a new puppy into your house. It can, however, present its own set of obstacles, especially when your furry bundle of energy appears to have an unending supply of wild antics. But don’t worry! You can quickly turn your boisterous ball of fur into a well-behaved…
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Dog food aggression can be a difficult and worrying issue for dog owners. Food aggression, also known as resource guarding, is when a dog becomes hostile or territorial over food. When approached while eating, this can be expressed as growling, snapping, or even biting. Understanding the underlying causes, recognizing the symptoms, and putting effective measures…
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Bringing home a new puppy is a thrilling and gratifying experience. However, house training is one of the first and most essential obstacles you’ll encounter as a new puppy owner. Teaching your puppy good potty habits not only promotes a clean and sanitary living environment but also lays the groundwork for their entire behavior and…
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Walking a reactive dog may be a difficult and stressful experience for both the dog and the owner. Reactive behavior, such as lunging, barking, or snarling at other dogs, can add stress and irritation to everyday walks. However, with the correct knowledge and tactics, you may turn your walks into fun and beneficial experiences. This…
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Having a well-behaved dog who listens and reacts to simple commands is not only crucial for their safety, but it also strengthens your bond with your canine partner. However, it can be aggravating when your dog won’t listen to the most basic commands. If you find yourself in this circumstance, your dog may not be…
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One of the most aggravating issues that dog owners confront on walks is leash pulling. It not only makes the walk uncomfortable and stressful, but it can also damage your relationship with your pet. You can, however, teach your dog to walk gently on a leash with the appropriate information and practices. This post will…
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Maintaining our dog’s training and behavioral skills is critical, even when they are temporarily boarded. Boarding a dog may be necessary for a variety of reasons, including vacations, business trips, or family emergencies. However, the change in surroundings can cause bad behavior, manners, and even food habits that may jeopardize the many training gains we’ve…
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Introducing your puppy to other dogs and socializing them is an important part of their development and overall well-being. Early socialization lays the groundwork for a future well-adjusted and confident dog. You may help your puppy learn critical social skills, establish confidence, and prevent behavior problems later in your puppy’s life by introducing them to…
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Puppies are obviously cute, but their sharp little fangs can occasionally lead to unpleasant biting behavior in this blog we will tackle about the puppy bite training. Teaching your puppy not to bite is an important aspect of their training process and is critical for their socialization and interactions with people and other animals. This…
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Client Testimonial
We are very happy to have found Upstate Canine Academy for Oakley, our 3 year old German Shepard. Thomas and everyone at Upstate Canine Academy are excellent, highly recommended for training, coaching and education! You will not be disappointed and they can accomplish challenges big and small.