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Summer Heat and Your Dog

Summer is here! As the temperatures rise, it is important to monitor your dog’s health and behavior for signs of heat stroke.

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Respect the Harness: Guide Dog Etiquette

Learn the top 12 tips of proper guide dog etiquette to ensure the safety and independence of individuals with visual impairments.

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How to Become a Guide Dog Instructor

Have you ever wondered how to become a guide dog trainer? That’s a frequently asked question here at Dogs Inc.

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Ask the Vet: 13 Common House Plants That Are Toxic to Dogs

Hundreds of plants can be toxic to dogs, so it is important to educate yourself on the type of plants in your environment.

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Deciphering Dog Behaviors

Our trainers become experts in canine body language and dog behaviors, and now you can learn, too. This guide will help you decipher dog behaviors.

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Smart Tips for Dog-Friendly Road Trips

Summer’s almost over but road trips can happen all year. Before heading down the highway, consider these smart tips for dog-friendly road trips.

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Ask the Trainer: How Do I Decrease Using Treats to Train My Dog?

At Dogs Inc, we use treat training to motivate our puppies and dogs to perform a desired behavior. Puppy sits on command? Treat. Puppy stays on command? Treat. But how do we decrease using treats so the dog obeys regardless of the reward?

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Introducing the Crate and Establishing a Routine

Crates offer a confined, welcoming space within your home for a puppy to be supervised, and to nap, sleep, and retreat. Crates are not used for punishment, but for overnight sleeping, naps, and puppy breaks. If used properly, you will find that your puppy quickly becomes comfortable in a crate. A crate will help prevent…

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What Happens When a Guide Dog Retires? Exploring Their Life After Service

Dogs Inc follows up with our teams for life, and that includes following up with guide dogs that retire from working careers. Discover what happens when guide dogs retire, their life expectancy, and the transition they undergo after a life of service. Learn about their potential early retirement, the adoption process, and the bond they share with their owners.

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