As ardent proponents of positive reinforcement training methods for dogs, we at Puget Sound Puppers have taken a strong stand against the use of aversive training tools such as shock, choke, and prong collars. Why is this so important? What are the dangers of using...

For many years, punishment-based training techniques have been the go-to method for training dogs, based on a misconception that dogs are hierarchical, pack-based animals that have evolved to use aggression to become either the “Alpha” of the pack or accept a more...

While doing research for my previous post on foods dogs should avoid, I came across a variety of seemingly contradictory opinions when it came to raw foods like meat, bones, and eggs. Some people recommended against including raw meat and eggs in your dog’s diet due...

Disclaimer: Puget Sound Puppers are not pet health care professionals and you should always check with a veterinarian if you are concerned about anything your pet does or does not ingest.  It’s commonly known that dogs need to avoid foods like chocolate, alcohol, and...

Foxtail grasses are easy to overlook and are often disregarded by the average dog owner, but they can be extremely dangerous when ignored.  The photo above shows you one of the most common varieties of foxtail grass found in the Seattle area. Foxtail grasses can be...