Dear Critter Corner: Why do so many animals have trouble being around small children? There are several reasons why young children and animals tend to be a volatile combination. One reason is that young children tend to get excited very quickly and have a wild energy...
Dear Critter Corner: With the nice weather here, we want to take our pup to off leash hiking areas but his recall is not that great. How can we teach him to come when called and for us to trust him? This is a very common problem for many people. There are a few...
Dear Critter Corner: We just moved into a new house and my dog is having a hard time adjusting. He’s had a couple of accidents and is spending a lot of time in his crate. How do we help him feel more at home? Your dog is likely feeling unsettled and will need a bit of...
Dear Critter Corner: I love large breed dogs, but I work full-time and do not have the time to run a dog five hours a day. I am all for weekend adventures with a four-legged friend, but is there anything I can do to quickly tire a dog during the week? This is a common...
Dear Critter Corner: Our puppy loves to go out for his walks and any other adventure, but he is very resistant to having his harness or collar put on. He will avoid us or even try to bite. Is there anything we can do to change this? For many dogs this is a common...
Dear Critter Corner: I just brought home a new dog, Moe, and while he is pretty easy going, he is a little too interested in my cat. My cat is curious of Moe but does run away when she gets spooked. What can I do to help my cat stay comfortable while Moe learns the...
