Ask Yourself These Questions Before Buying or Adopting a Dog

June 5, 2016 BY Alpha Paws | LEAVE A COMMENT

Ask Yourself These Questions Before Buying or Adopting a Dog Preparing Home and Family for the Responsibilities of Buying or Adopting a Dog There can certainly be considerable excitement and anticipation as people count the days until their new dog comes home for the first time; this is particularly true for those new to dog ownership but undoubtedly exhilarating in all such circumstances. Whether that dog is a ...

Reading the Label of Ingredients in Dog Food

May 5, 2016 BY Alpha Paws | LEAVE A COMMENT

Reading the Label of Ingredients in Dog Food Are Dog Owners Sure That They Are Feeding Their Pets Only High-Quality Food? Most consumers would likely be familiar with advertising that recommends they read the label before purchasing food products. While these buyers might not be familiar with all of the ingredients listed, they are encouraged to scan the contents for such concerns as salt content, fat content, and ...

Information and Options for Adopting a Dog

April 5, 2016 BY Alpha Paws | LEAVE A COMMENT

Information and Options for Adopting a Dog Obedience Training Classes May Be a Fundamental Aspect to Adopting a Dog It is indeed unfortunate when individuals or families need to place their dog for adoption. Whether this must be done for family reasons, matters of personal health, relocation, or lifestyle changes, the dog is an innocent party in these decisions. What is perhaps even more disheartening is a circumstance ...

Why Housebreaking or Potty Training is Important for Your Puppy

March 5, 2016 BY Alpha Paws | LEAVE A COMMENT

Why Housebreaking or Potty Training is Important for Your Puppy Consistency and Positive Reinforcement Are Key Facets in Puppy Potty Training When a puppy comes home for the first time, it sets in motion a period of adjustment for both the dog and their new owner-family. The puppy will need time to acclimatize to its new surroundings while family members must adapt to the schedule changes and added ...

How to Make Life Easier for an Older Dog

February 5, 2016 BY Alpha Paws | LEAVE A COMMENT

In-Home Consultations May Help with Making Lifestyle Changes for Aging Dogs There might be times when dog owners are overheard saying that they cannot wait until their dog slows down a little, for want of a better expression, in terms of its energy level, its inquisitiveness, and an overall need for attention. This can be particularly true during the puppy stage and/or for breeds that are, by and ...

Vaccinations for Your Dog

January 5, 2016 BY Alpha Paws | LEAVE A COMMENT

Regular Vaccination Schedules Provide Dog, and Owner, Vital Health Protection When a puppy first comes home, its owners are usually made aware of the vaccinations it has received to that point and provided with a standardized schedule for the additional vaccinations that will needed throughout its first year of life. In many cases, the breeder will give the owners a record book/log that can be used to plan ...