Mental Stimulation and Behavior Problems in Little Dogs
Mental stimulation is a welfare need, not a luxury. Dogs need appropriate outlets for curiosity, problem-solving, movement, scenting, chewing, play, and social interaction. When those
Enrichment Doggie Daycare
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Top-to-Tail Dog Care: Why Food, Stress, Movement, Training, and Rest All Matter
When we talk about top-to-tail care, we mean the whole dog. Not just whether your dog played today. Not just whether they ate breakfast. Not
How Are Dogs Grouped at Daycare?
Dogs should not be grouped by size alone. Size matters, especially for small dogs, but it is only the first part of the decision.
What Do Dogs Do All Day at Daycare?
A lot of people picture dog daycare as dogs running around playing all day. In a good daycare, that is not what should be happening.
The 7 Biggest Mistakes Most Dog Daycares Still Make
1. Dog Daycares that Allow Continuous Free Play All Day Many daycare facilities still operate on the assumption that dogs should run and play continuously
Modern Enrichment Practices in Professional Dog Daycare Environments
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Designing Safe Social Environments for Toy and Companion Breeds
Toy and companion breeds are often treated as though they can simply be placed into the same environments designed for larger dogs. In practice, the
Why Small Dogs Are Often Misunderstood in Dog Daycare
Small dogs are frequently treated as though they are simply “miniature versions” of larger breeds. In many dog daycare environments this assumption leads to management
Physical Fitness Is Vital to Little Dogs’ Health and Wellbeing
It’s Not Just About “Tiring Them Out”. In fact, an over tired dog is not a good dog. It is a stressed dog. Small dogs
Can Too Many Dogs Harm Your Pet?
Can Large Playgroups Make Dogs Nervous? If you’ve ever picked up your dog from daycare and thought, “They seem overwhelmed…”—you might be onto something. While