A Plan for the Best Puppy Bath
- By Sydney
- Categories: Groomer, Socialization, Prevention
- April 30, 2025

Wondering how to give your puppy a bath but unsure about the best way to get started with the least amount of stress for everyone? We’ve got a plan for you, plus a mini training guide you can print or use digitally as you teach your puppy to be comfortable with bath time. Bathing a… View Article
Skedaddle: an exit strategy when you need it
- By Sydney
- Categories: Life Skills, Socialization, Puppy People, Prevention, Games, UP News Bulletin
- January 7, 2025

Skedaddle Skedaddle is both a fun game and a handy exit strategy for you and your puppy when you need one. There will be times when the environment is too much for your puppy. Perhaps too exciting or there‘s something that makes them appear uncomfortable. This is where Skedaddle comes in. When you find yourselves… View Article
Why You Should Give Your Dog More Space
- By Sydney
- Categories: Life Skills, How Dogs Learn
- September 9, 2024

I’m making a case for space. Not to worry, I’m not talking about moving to the country or buying a house with a big backyard. I’m questioning the norm and asking if we can do things differently. My recommendations are simple and don’t require spending money (except maybe on a long line). Dogs are under… View Article
A Puppy With A Plan
- By Sydney
- Categories: Life Skills, How Dogs Learn, Prevention
- June 16, 2024

Peaceful Days Are your puppy days full of trouble with a capital T? Peaceful days are possible when you learn to mind the gap. Gaps occur when you are not actively involved with your pup. If you don’t plan well for these times your puppy will make puppy choices regarding how to spend the time…. View Article
Why You Should Time Your Tug Games!

Harness Puppy Energy and Avoid New Puppy Burnout! Like the sun and the wind, puppy energy is fully renewable. It comes in fits and spurts. Without a good plan for how to handle it, things can get uncomfortable, fast. Playing tug is a wonderful way to use this energy. Read on to learn why you… View Article