Creating a Catio (Outdoor Enclosure): Tips & Must-Haves — List Guide
Trainer/Vet note: A catio is only enrichment if it feels safe. Build for shade, security, and choice. Always supervise the first several sessions and microchip/ID your cats. A well-planned catio brings the outdoors in—sunbeams, breezes, bird TV—without free-roaming risks. Use this step-by-step list to design a safe, cozy, and low-maintenance enclosure your cat will actually […]
How to Celebrate Your Dog’s Birthday (Fun Ideas) — List Guide
Trainer/Vet note: Keep the celebration dog-centered—short, positive, and safe. Avoid xylitol, chocolate, grapes/raisins, macadamia nuts, alcohol, and rich fatty scraps. Introduce new treats slowly. Your dog’s birthday (or ‘gotcha day’) is the perfect excuse to make memories. Pick a few ideas below and build a celebration that fits your pup’s energy, age, and social style. […]
Puppy Potty Training: 5 Mistakes Owners Make (and Easy Fixes)
Trainer note: Young puppies can’t “hold it” for long. Rule of thumb is age in months + 1 hours (max) during the day—every pup is different. If accidents are frequent despite structure, talk to your vet to rule out UTIs or GI issues. House training is a pattern game. When accidents happen, it’s usually a […]