by OLK9Alex | May 21, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
Flying with a Dog: What You Need to Know Whether you’re moving cross-country or planning a vacation, taking your dog on a plane is completely doable with the right preparation. Flying can be stressful for pets and humans alike, but with careful planning, you can...
by OLK9Alex | May 20, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
Helping Dogs Cope with Hot Summer Days Summer brings sunshine, beach trips, and longer days—but for dogs, rising temperatures can pose serious health risks. Unlike humans, dogs don’t sweat the same way we do, and overheating can happen quickly, especially for certain...
by OLK9Alex | May 16, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
How Environments Trigger Dog Nervousness Dogs are highly sensitive creatures, and their behavior can shift dramatically depending on their environment. A calm and confident dog at home might act completely differently in a crowded park, busy vet clinic, or even on a...
by OLK9Alex | May 15, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
Preventing Heat Stroke During Summer Walks Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors with your dog—but hot weather comes with real risks, especially heat stroke. Walks that seem routine in cooler months can become dangerous when temperatures soar. Dogs don’t...
by OLK9Alex | May 12, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
Dog Walking 101: Making Walks Fun and Safe Taking your dog for a walk may seem like a simple part of pet ownership, but it’s so much more than just a bathroom break. Walks are crucial for your dog’s physical health, mental stimulation, and social development. When...
by OLK9Alex | May 7, 2025 | Albany Dog Trainer
Best Mental Stimulation Games for Dogs Dogs aren’t just physical creatures — they need mental stimulation too! Bored dogs often become anxious or destructive, but providing brain games and enrichment activities can help keep your dog happy, engaged, and well-behaved....