The inspiration for this show was seeing a couple’s dogs loose and running through a gas station on a very busy corner in town.  In watching them try to catch their dogs, the various methods they tried, the threats, the cajoling, and their fear and frustration, not to mention that of the dogs’, we thought we should cover things you can do in those situations that make it more likely your dog will come back to you, as well as things that may push them away.

Here is part 2 of our discussion about acceptable dog play.  We hope you enjoy it!

Today’s podcast is the first in a 2 part series about how dogs play with each other and how to know when it gets too rough.  What if one dog wants to continue but the other doesn’t?  We talk about how and when to step in and stop the play, ways to redirect and manage different play styles.

Socializing your new pup is one of the most important things you can do.  But there are a list of dos and don’ts when you take this very crucial step.  The trainers give you some ideas for helping your pup get the most out of his time “being social.”   And some guidelines for achieving your goal of giving him the experiences that will help him become the good canine citizen that you would like him to be.