Winifred Gibson Strickland began competing in dog obedience trials in the early 1940s. Winifred was the first trainer to incorporate humane methods although she still used physical punishment in training. After winning numerous obedience competitions, she retired in 1955. Her book, Expert Obedience Training for Dogs, is still used by many in spite of some […]
If you can’t make a long-term commitment to owning a pet, have you considered becoming a foster parent? Fostering provides animals in need with a temporary home where they can experience love and care, some for the first time in their lives. Many of these animals are stressed by the reasons that brought them to […]
Educating yourself about symptoms of disease in your pets can help you notice a problem when it first arises. Once your pet has been to the veterinarian and diagnosed with a disease, it is important to be informed of the effects and treatments of that particular disease, so you can help your pet be comfortable […]
