Leash Training a Young Adult Big Dog: How to Start Over the Right Way
Leash Training a Young Adult Big Dog: How to Start Over the Right Way If you’re walking a young adult big dog who pulls like they’re training for the Olympics, you’re not alone. Plenty of dogs hit that 10‑month to 3‑year window with tons of energy, zero impulse control, and a long history of dragging […]
Loose Leash Walking When Your Dog Outweighs You: Leverage & Technique
Loose Leash Walking When Your Dog Outweighs You: Leverage & Technique If you own an American Bully, Mastiff, Rottweiler, or any other muscular, heavy-set breed, you already know the struggle. When an 80- or 90-pound dog decides they suddenly need to greet a squirrel, chase a cat, or say hi to a neighbor, brute force […]
Why Do Adult Dogs Nibble on Blankets? Understanding This Common Comfort Behavior
Why Do Adult Dogs Nibble on Blankets? Understanding This Common Comfort Behavior If you’ve ever watched your dog gently nibble, suck, or mouth a blanket before falling asleep, you’re not alone. Many adult dogs develop this bedtime routine, and in most cases, it’s completely normal. My 7-year-old American Bully does this every evening. As he’s […]
How to Stop Leash Pulling in Big Dogs
How to Stop Leash Pulling In Big Dogs Walking a big dog should be fun, not feel like an upper-body workout. Yet many large-breed owners know the struggle: you clip on the leash, step outside, and suddenly you’re being dragged down the block. Not only is leash pulling frustrating, but it can also be dangerous, […]