Are you ready for the first week with your new puppy!? Getting a brand new puppy can very quickly become an overwhelming experience! That being said, adding a new dog to your home is one of the most exciting times of your life, Suburban K9’s Founder Matt Covey and Assistant Director of Training Holly Wengerski sit down and chat about what they think the best advice is for a puppy’s… Read More
Getting a brand new puppy can very quickly become an overwhelming experience! That being said, adding a new dog to your home is one of the most exciting times of your life, Suburban K9’s Founder Matt Covey and Assistant Director of Training Holly Wengerski sit down and chat about what they think the best advice is for a puppy’s new human on their first day home!
Separation anxiety is something we as dog owners try our best to avoid in our canine companions. Though we can do many things to be proactive and try to avoid this, there are times when young puppies exhibit this behavior when we first bring them home. When figuring out if our new puppy has separation anxiety or not, we want to be observant of a few key behaviors that exhibit… Read More
Dog daycare can be a great activity for your dog, getting out that crazy energy while you are extra busy and helping your dog learn how to play with new dogs. While daycare might not be right for every dog, there are a lot of options out there and picking the right one for your dog is important. Daycares have many benefits for both you and your pup. Having a… Read More
Some people may tell you that playing tug of war with your puppy is a bad idea. We disagree completely, as long as you follow some clear guidelines. Tug of war can actually be used to help you raise a friendly well adjusted dog with great manners. Please review our tips below: Play Gently! Puppy teeth are not strong. Puppy teeth can easily be damaged or even pulled out, so… Read More
You’ve just gotten your new pup and are excited to start your lives together! Now for the first and maybe most important task; naming them. This should be a fun activity shared by the family, but there are a few things that you should consider when doing so! The best dog names are those that are one to two syllables. Not only are they easier to say, but also trouble-free… Read More
When you bring a puppy home the first thought on your mind is probably having fun! Afterall, the reason we get dogs is that we love them so much and they bring untold joy to our lives. Our goal as dog trainers is to ensure that clients and their dogs have the best possible lives together. To achieve this goal we focus on helping people raise a puppy correctly from… Read More
Today is the day! It’s the day you and your family have been waiting for! You finally get to bring your new puppy home! Puppies are oh so cute, and oh so little! They trip and fall over their feet which they still aren’t sure how to control. Don’t forget about the puppy breath that is always accompanied by those razor sharp teeth. Often times we have wanted our new… Read More
Getting a new puppy is always an exciting moment for a family. Once you get the new bundle of joy home, you might be wondering, “What did I just get myself into?” Don’t worry, this is a common sentiment and there are a few simple things you can do from day one to make sure you get off on the right foot. Our training style at Suburban K9 is similar… Read More