Elisabeth Weiss
Professional Dog Trainer
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Co-authored Articles (18)
How to
Feed Newborn Puppies
Newborn puppies are incredibly adorable, but they require a lot of attention and care – especially if their mother is out of the picture. Having the puppies' mother feed them is ideal, but if that is not possible, then...
How to Look After a Dog With Stitches
Ensure a smooth recovery by cleaning, protecting, and monitoring your dog’s stitches When a dog is injured or has surgery, they often leave the veterinarian's office with stitches. During this time, it is important to ...
How to
Fight off a Dog
While dogs are normally peaceful, friendly animals, they can become aggressive in certain situations. If you have never encountered an aggressive dog before, being in this situation can be terrifying and even dangerous. ...
Why Is My Dog Peeing in the Bed? How Can I Get Them to Stop?
Where does this frustrating habit come from, and is your dog doing it on purpose? Oh no…your dog wet the bed again. You may be wondering, “Why does my puppy do this—and how can I get them to stop?” There could be...
How to
Clean up Dog Urine
An unpleasant part of being a pet owner is cleaning up messes. Accidents inevitably happen from time to time, particularly while housetraining puppies. To clean urine off of bare floors, absorb it with paper towels, then...
How to
Help Dogs with Joint Problems and Stiffness
Joint problems are common in elderly dogs as the result of the normal ageing process. They can also occur in young dogs because of joint injury. Many different factors can contribute to joint disease, including genetic t...
How to
Stop Dogs Licking You
When your dog licks you, they are most likely doing so to express affection or communicate submission, indicating that they respect you as their master. A few licks every now and then are not a problem and may even be en...
How to
Build a Dog Agility Course
Agility training can be a fun and useful activity for dogs and their owners to tackle together. Agility training can help satisfy your dog’s natural instincts and allow them to release built-up energy, all while helpin...
How to
Treat Obesity in Labrador Retrievers
Excess weight in dogs is a very common problem, affecting nearly 60% of dogs in the United States. It can lead to many health complications, such as skin problems, orthopedic problems, and cancer. Labrador retrievers are...
How to
Identify a Beagle
If you are looking to adopt or purchase a beagle, it is important that you be able to identify its physical and behavioral characteristics. Recognizing the size, shape, color, and temperament of a beagle will ensure that...
How to
Take Care of a German Shepherd
German shepherds are large and active dogs that are highly intelligent and loyal companions. They require thoughtful care and consistent training in order to live long and happy lives. German shepherds need to be fed and...
How to
Neutralize Dog Urine Odors
If your puppy or dog has accidentally gone to the bathroom on your brand new carpet, you’ll need to know how to remove the urine so that it doesn’t make your house smell. You can use household supplies to clean up th...
How to
Teach Your Dog to Heel
Many times when people take their dog for a walk, they are actually dragged along behind the dog, instead of leading them. A dog that pulls, or even a dog that lags behind, has not been properly trained to walk in unison...
How to
Stop Howling Dogs
Dogs howl for many reasons. Many dogs howl because of separation anxiety, others due to an environmental trigger, such as a siren or thunder. Others simply howl out of habit or to get attention. If you dog’s howling is...
How to
Take Care of a Friend's Dog
When a friend asks you to take care of their dog, it is just as important as taking care of your own pet. Your friend is trusting you to take good care of their beloved pet, so make sure you feel prepared to do so before...
How to
Exercise a Border Collie Puppy
Border Collie puppies have some of the highest energy levels of any breed. They need significant amounts of physical exercise each day. Your Border Collie puppy responds well to training, so they can easily learn new gam...
15 Tips to Prepare Your Dog for a Comfortable Flight In-Cabin
If you’re taking a trip and plan on bringing your furry friend, you may be worried about how they’ll handle the flight. The good news is that if you prepare properly, your pup should be just fine. The key here is to...
How to
Determine if Your Dog Is Overweight
There are several ways to determine if your dog is overweight or not. Determine if your dog is overweight by assessing its appearance, behavior, and by comparing its weight to its breed’s weight range. When assessing y...
