Socializing a New Puppy

Dear Critter Corner: I just got a new puppy and I want to socialize her properly. I have a few playdates set up for her, but is there anything else I should be doing? Socializing your puppy is crucial to raising a happy, confident, and well-behaved dog. Socialization...

My Dog Has Started Barking at Other Dogs

Dear Critter Corner: I adopted my dog about a year ago and they have been so sweet, but recently they have started to bark at other dogs while out on our walks. What can I do to work on this behavior so we can walk near dogs again? Noticing that your dog is becoming...

Teaching Bite Inhibition to a Puppy

Dear Critter Corner: We’ve had our puppy for a few weeks, and she has become very mouthy (or “bitey”). What can we do to stop her from being so mouthy? Puppies explore the world with their mouths. Nipping, chewing, and grabbing are common behaviors, especially during...