Tucson, AZ | Sharing what we've learned about training to become a certified therapy dog team, managing atypical Addison’s Disease, and raising happier and healthier dogs.
Practicing neutral dog behavior may take time for some dogs. If you’re planning on taking the Canine Good Citizen Test, be sure to start reinforcing calm reactions to other dogs early on. Need ideas for where to practice this skill and how to ace meeting another person with their dog, read on…
Read MoreIf you’re a responsible dog parent trying to make the most out of the limited time you have with your dog, then this book about canine enrichment is well worth the read. You’ll find numerous practical ideas for incorporating enrichment activities into your dog’s life every day. Read our full book review.
Read MoreTraining for a reliable recall is vital to the safety of your dog. Feeling confident that your dog will race back to you when you called is a priority for many pet parents. Plus, to pass the Canine Good Citizen Test, your dog must demonstrate his ability to come when called. Read on for fun exercises you can use to teach your dog this important command.
Read MoreWhile sit, down, and stay are basic commands that every dog should know for the Canine Good Citizen Test, practicing these commands can start feeling quite repetitive. If you need ideas for adding some variety to your training sessions while gradually increasing the difficulty level for your dog, then read on.
Read MoreSometimes finding crowds of people to practice walking around may seem elusive. If you’re preparing for the Canine Good Citizen Test though, you need to find the right size crowd for your dog. Not too big. Not too small. Just right. Keep reading for ideas on where to find different sized crowds, but also how to manage your dog safely through those crowds.
Read MoreTeaching your dog how to walk politely on a loose leash takes concentrated effort and patience. Once you’ve got the basics down, though, finding ways to challenge yourself and your dog as you practice this core craft can be difficult. Read on for our best tips for honing your loose leash walking skill or the Canine Good Citizen Test.
Read MoreIf you’re concerned about pet food quality, then this account of the 2007 massive pet food recall is worth reading. Marion Nestle’s well-researched book scrutinizes the timeline of events surrounding the largest pet food recall in the history of the U.S. Book review includes links to other sources you may find helpful in protecting your pets.
Read MoreDuring the Canine Good Citizen Test, a friendly stranger touches your dog only twice. After meeting your dog and petting him, the friendly stranger then must pick up his front paws, touch his ears, and brush him. For some dogs that brief contact is still too much. If you need some ideas for helping your dog grow more accustomed to being handled, keep reading for specific CGC training tips.
Read MoreLearning how to calmly interact with friendly strangers can be a major challenge for dogs looking to earn their Canine Good Citizen Title. If your dog needs help bottling his enthusiasm, keep reading for tips on implementing threshold waits to boost your dog’s impulse control.
Read MoreBernie and Lizzie McSquare look forward to all that 2020 has to offer. Before January ends, though, we’re taking some time to reflect on 2019. There wasn’t a single new blog post on McSquare Doodles, but we were keeping busy with many other life challenges and projects.
Read MoreMcSquare Doodles chronicles how we're training to become a certified therapy dog team with both our Labradoodles in Tucson, Arizona. We share what we've learned about dog-friendly places to visit, and tips for raising happier and healthier dogs. Join us on our journey.
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