

TIP #6: SIGNS OF RESOURCE GUARDING
Ever had a dog who won't give you his bone or chew toy if you try to take it from him? Or one who gets uncomfortable or growls if you get...


The Life and Times of Sasha PawsCienda’s Lodge Kitty
Sometimes life is hard. I work all day trying to be cute and all Amanda can do is look at this screen. I just don’t understand what all...


TIP #5: SLOW DOWN YOUR TASMANIAN DEVIL
You contemplate taking your dog for a walk with mixed emotions. You love the idea of going for a companionable stroll through the...


The Life and Times of Sasha PawsCienda’s Lodge Kitty
So you think this is a bad hair day – you should have seen me with I first arrived at the PawsCienda Pet Resort. Every day was a bad...


TIP #4: ASK YOURSELF "WHY?"
If your dog is exhibiting some behavior you don't want, you may have wondered, "Why is he doing it?" Does he not love you? Is he trying...


The Life and Times of Sasha PawsCienda’s Lodge Kitty
My journey began on a warm and beautiful spring day. We left Charlottesville (my former home) driving through the lovely countryside –...


TIP #3: PROPER WALKING ETIQUETTE
Have you ever felt dismayed over the shrinking access for our canine companions? I know that to a large degree we've brought it on...


TIP #2: WORKOUTS FOR THE BRAIN
Work to eat. Biologically speaking, your dog is not supposed to have a bowl of kibble plunked down in front of him. He is a hunter by...


Training Tip #1- Crate Training
A crate, or, in other words, short-term close confinement, can be used to help dogs teach themselves two very important skills. The first...


Need to Switch Your Pet's Food? Here Are Key Steps to Take
Your veterinarian has recommended a diet change for your pet. Easy, right? Maybe not. It may seem daunting, but here are a few steps you...