Entries by info@royalk9.com

What’s in a Name???

“Can we teach him to recognize his name?  He’s not coming when I call his name.  How do we teach him that?”  I get these questions from time to time, and I am usually chuckling quietly to myself. There is something I need to point out – something pretty important having to do with being […]

Too Hot to Handle

I’m sitting in this awful heat and our air conditioning broke!  (Thankfully, it should be fixed in a few hours).  As I write this I realize how sluggish and uncomfortable it has made me.  I’m not grouchy, just maybe a little less patient than usual. Please keep this in mind as you interact with your […]

Updates, Announcements and Requests!

Hi everyone!  Thank for your continued support!  I thought I’d take a moment to update you on a few things… Please make sure you have signed up for my newsletter at royalk9.com.  I’m working on some future projects that will be announced through email (newsletters, announcements, upcoming events, product reviews…). Stay tuned for a new […]

Does your Dog Get the Paper?

Teach your dog something new and fun whenever you can.  IF you still have a paper delivered to your home (and your dog likes to retrieve), teach your dog to get it for you! Keep safety in mind by watching for cars and always practice on leash.   Make it a fun game that your […]

Off Leash Warning!

Today’s Daily Record showcased a lengthy front page article about how the Morris Parks Department is on the lookout to crack down on unleashed dogs.  The article sites numerous cases of dogs running loose, dogs fighting, and people being jumped on and knocked down.  It also mentioned one case in May involving a small dog […]

The Importance of Follow-through

Teaching your dog new tricks, so to speak, can have its ups and downs.  Usually things go well – we practice the exercises and are pleased with the results.  But sometimes it’s not all smooth sailing. Sometimes our dogs get confused.  Sometimes our dogs don’t respond as expected.  Sometimes our dogs temporarily shut down.  We […]

Frightening Fireworks on the Fourth!!!

That’s what some dogs think.  Fireworks can really freak some dogs out!  What to do?  Here are a few suggestions: Consider trying a Thundershirt or similar form-fitting product.  The swaddling effect can be quite soothing and relaxing to some dogs. Download audio of storms and fireworks, and start to get your dog used to the […]