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Why Your Puppy Needs Puppy Class

By admin | October 15, 2023

Puppy class is a great way to learn tons of useful skills and tips from professional trainers. Trying to train your puppy on your own can be quite the task since every dog is different and there are so many different opinions online telling you all sorts of information that is not always correct. Here […]

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Top Tips For Going To The Dog Park

By admin | October 10, 2023

Taking your dog to the dog park is very beneficial for your dog as it provides an opportunity to play and meet new dogs and people. It can be a fun time for you both, but make sure you are prepared! Below we will look at some important tips when heading to the dog park […]

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Pulling On The Leash

By admin | October 5, 2023

Leash pulling is one of the most common problems that owners face on a daily basis with their dog. At Seek it’s one of the most common reasons for booking a training package and something most dogs struggle with if not properly trained when the dog is a puppy. Not only can leash pulling be […]

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How To Engage and Motivate Your Dog

By admin | October 1, 2023

Do you have a dog that seems to find interest in everything but you? While this can be frustrating, we as owners have to give our dog a reason to be engaged with us. We have to build this over time by motivating them so that they are more attentive and well behaved. Not only […]

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How To Stop Puppy Biting And Nipping

By admin | September 30, 2023

Puppy biting is an issue all owners must face when getting a new puppy due to the teething process. Sometimes it is called mouthing or nipping but it is the same behavior no matter how we refer to it. While it may start off as cute, over time it can begin to hurt or become […]

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Tips For First Time Dog Owners

By admin | September 27, 2023

Being a first time dog owner can be quite intimidating when it comes to all of the questions on collars, leashes, toys, treats, training etc. Here are some tips from the staff at Seek that can hopefully answer a lot of common questions that first time dog owners have. Beds and Crates Crates are essential […]

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5 Tips To Help With Jumping

By admin | September 26, 2023

We love to greet our dogs after a long day at work or trip to the store, however these greetings can become quite unpleasant or overwhelming. Most dogs like to jump up on us to show their affection and excitement to see us. Even if we don’t mind it as owners, others can find it […]

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Resource Guarding

By admin | September 22, 2023

Food is a vital resource to your dog’s survival so it makes sense that some dogs develop a guarding behavior to protect their food. Your dog can display this behavior when dogs, people, or both approach their food. Not only can dogs guard food, but they can also guard toys, bones, and areas. Unfortunately just […]

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Proper Socialization For Your Puppy

By admin | September 20, 2023

When you get a puppy, the single most important thing to do is properly socialize your new family member. This is very important because it will help prevent undesired behaviors such as reactivity or aggression as well as reduce stress or anxiety to new things as they get older. Most behavioral issues stem from a […]

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Why Training For Rescue Dogs Is Extra Important

By admin | September 16, 2023

There are thousands of dogs across the world that are abandoned, lost, or abused. Adopting a rescue dog and providing them with a safe and loving home is a very noble thing we can do as dog owners. However, when adopting a rescue you must be prepared for a lot of work as rescue dogs […]

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