Allison Weeks
Dog Training Professional
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Co-authored Articles (5)
How to
Put a Gentle Leader on a Dog
Is your dog a little wild on the trail? Does he pull on the leash like he's in a race, or stop at every plant within sniffing distance? A gentle leader can help make walks with your dog much more enjoyable. Gentle leader...
How to
Get a Sick Dog to Drink
A healthy dog regulates its water intake naturally. When it is thirsty it drinks enough water to replenish its body. Sick dogs, on the other hand, may not do this and may become dehydrated. Thus, when you have a sick dog...
How to
Train a Guard Dog
A guard dog, or a watchdog, is trained to protect your property and your family. Contrary to what you might think, most guard dogs are not taught to attack. Rather, they are taught non-confrontational techniques, such as...
The Best Foods You Can Put on Kibble to Help Dogs Eat
Dog-friendly sauces that’ll make your dog lick their lipsSo, your dog’s decided to be picky about their food (or, maybe they’ve been extra good and deserve a treat). Either way, a dog food sauce is just what you n...
Crate Training Your Puppy during the Day: An Expert-Approved Guide
Get your puppy comfortable in their crate with our helpful tipsIt can be tricky to coordinate crate-training your puppy during the day. Introduce your puppy to its crate before training begins so that it learns to think...
