We are always told “prepare for emergencies" or "make an emergency preparedness plan." The problem is the nature of an emergency is they are unpredictable and the situations
YNP #019: The Downside of a Fenced-in Backyard
A fenced-in backyard is considered a very valuable resource for a dog owner. It makes owning, potty training and exercising your dog SO much easier. Or does it?
YNP #018: Ditch the Bowl and Make Mealtime an Event
So often, we get stuck in the idea that our dogs need to eat out of a bowl. BORING!! Our dogs are programmed to work for their food
YNP #017: 5 Dog Food Myths and the Truth Behind Them
We know that finding the right dog food for our dog is important. It can also be overwhelming. Most of us want to be able to walk into
YNP #015: How to Choose the Right Dog Care – Part Two Pet Sitters
Welcome to Part Two of the two-part series on helping you find the right dog care for you. In part one (Episode #14) I talked all about facilities.
YNP #014: How to Choose the Right Dog Care – Part One Facilities
Do a test run. Don't forget to check out part two (episode 15) where I talk all about pet sitters. Dog Care Questionnaire To help you through
YNP #012: The Most Important Part of Your Dog’s Obedience Training
You don’t have to be a dog person to know about basic obedience. It’s usually the first thing you think of when someone says “training a dog”. It
YNP #011: Reasons to Leave Your Retractable Leash at Home
I find so many dog owners go right for their retractable leash. And I get it! I did the same thing when I got my first dog. Retractable
YNP #008: When your Dog Jumps: How to Prevent and Correct Jumping up on People
When your dog jumps on you, your family and your friends it can quickly turn into an annoying habit. Luckily there are a few things we can do
YNP #QA01: Questions and Answers
I had a lot of fun recording our first Q&A episode! You asked some great questions that have influenced the topics of many episodes and now I want