Houston Humane Society celebrates LABRADOR Day Weekend and Hard Working Cats!

Thinking about getting a new dog or puppy? Generally it’s better to plan an adoption from a shelter or the purchase of a pure bred dog. But, you never know when you will happen upon a stray that tugs on your heart strings. I was surprised once. I said I would never have a new puppy again – not at my age. And then it happened. Discarded and left under a car at a nearby auto dealership, a little 8 week old black lab puppy entered our lives last August. …

There is no doubt that successful dog training, even if it’s a simple come command, takes time and in our busy lives, time is one commodity we are finding very little of these days. Positive training with food treats is not only extremely good for you and your dog, if done correctly and consistently it can have an incredible “relationship-building” quality and doesn’t require nearly the amount of time you might expect. As you look at structuring your dog training, keep these simple tips in mind:

Keep your training sessions short. …

Gulf Coast Cocker Spaniel Rescue (GCCSR) is a new non-profit organization that needs your help. Although Houston, TX already has one cocker spaniel rescue group – Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – there is still an influx of dogs that need homes. Gulf Coast Cocker Spaniel Rescue aims to make a difference in the lives of cocker spaniels in need throughout the greater Houston, TX area and their motto is “Striving to provide quality care and forever homes one cocker spaniel at a time.”

Gulf Coast Cocker Spaniel Rescue is …

Your Questions: My Dogs Are Hyper-Active At Home

Jim,
We have two dogs that need help. We have a 2-year-old male poodle that we brought with us when we relocated last November and a Jack Russell we rescued in March. Each dogs has separate issues.

Our poodle has a fixation light that shines through the windows early morning and late in the evening. He chases the light and barks. He also chases light reflected from the TV running and barking wildly. He attended puppy preschool and has learned basic commands like sit, stay, …

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I have worked with many clients seeking a cure for their aggressive dogs. Their questions are usually the same:

Can you fix it?
What do I have to do?
How long will it take?

Can you fix it?

As much as all clients want their dog to be friendly towards all other dogs, the reality is, not every dog that is reactive with aggressive tendencies can be rehabilitated.

Here are a range of results:

Complete rehabilitation and a resumed and relaxed ease around dogs.
A controlled, on leash, tolerance to a certain closeness to other dogs on walks, …

Bring man’s best friend to Houston Astros Dog Day at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, September 19th and see your Houston Astros take on the Cincinnati Reds at 1:05 p.m. The deadline to register is September 16th.  Purchase tickets now at www.astros.com/dogday.

Purchase Options & Pricing:

$40 Dog Day Bullpen Box Package-
Includes Bullpen Box seats for you and your canine with access into the Barking Room only section along Conoco Alley, the Dog Zone located in KBR Plaza, and the Pooch Parade around the warning track.
*ONE dog per ONE human will be permitted. …

Meadowlake Pet Resort in Houston/Pearland area seeks experienced dog trainer.

When dogs are anxious, many people innocently begin to try to calm or soothe them by petting their dog. Although this may seem the proper reaction, it actually enforces the anxiety. Your words, voice and attention actually make the dog feel that being anxious is okay.

So, how do you avoid this, and help your dog become a relaxed, happy dog? The best solution is to reward your dog for being relaxed. When he is relaxed and you reward him with a treat, or perhaps a favorite toy, the more they …