Our team has collected some of our favorite resources on dog care, training, behavior, enrichment, and more. Not finding what you need? Connect with us!
dog adoption tips
Want guidance on how to choose your next pet? Need advice on how to prepare for a new dog or cat? Here are some places to start.
Adoption Tips (ASPCA)
Great Expectations: What to Expect When Adopting a New Dog (Whole Dog Journal)
Recognizing Dog Stress While Adjusting to a New Home (Whole Dog Journal)
dog behavior and training
Spending a few minutes a day with your pet doing positive reinforcement and training games can strengthen your bond, make living together easier, and keep your pet’s mind busy.
Basic Manners for Dogs (Animal Farm Foundation eBook) Read page 3 for a fantastic overview of how dogs learn.
Dog trainers and behaviorists can help you and your pet. Learn which qualifications to ask for when choosing a professional.
Does your dog get upset when they encounter people, places, or things when you are on a walk? Here are resources for helping you have more enjoyable walks together.
Dogs in Need of Space (Website)
Loose Leash Walking (Video by Animal Farm Foundation)
dogs and dogs
Here are tips for introducing your dog to other dogs.
Kids and Dogs
Here are tips for keeping dogs and children comfortable and safe around each other.
The Family Dog (Website)
Family Paws (Website)
Dog Meets Baby (Instagram)
Selecting the Best Family Dog and Preparing Him for Children (Whole Dog Journal)
Meditations on Raising Small Children with Dogs (Whole Dog Journal)
Kids and Dogs (Whole Dog Journal)