FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH
For the trail blazers and tail chasers
Calm your dog during fireworks (or other loud events)
Whether it's the official city fireworks or your neighbor’s sideshow, fireworks can be stressful and downright scary for dogs. Dogs have no idea what or where the rapid firing, booming sounds are coming from and whether it's nearby...
5 Ways Treadmill Workouts Benefit Dogs
When newcomers tour our daycare and boarding facility in Santa Monica, they always chuckle when they pass the doggy treadmill. They ask: “Is that for real?” The simple answer: absolutely. Pet owners might think it’s impossible to get their dog...
Five tips for running with your dog
Ready to lace up those running shoes? Running with your dog provides your pup with much-needed exercise. It’s also a great way to bond with your dog, reinforce training, and even a great motivator for your own fitness...
We salute our K9 Veterans
Memorial Day is a day to remember and honor all of those that have served our country. Sometimes we forget that that includes dogs, too! That's why working military dogs have their very own holiday, K9 Veterans Day. The...
The Two Causes of Leash Aggression
Many dog owners have issues with walking their dogs on a leash. Lunging at strangers, excessive barking, and growling are all types of behaviors that indicate leash aggression or leash reactivity. If you have a dog with leash...