Tag Archives: training
Welcoming Your Adopted Dog Into Your Home
So you’ve adopted a new dog and he’s coming home with you this afternoon. What next? We have some advice from Donna Iovanni , CPDT Behavior Counselor at the Animal Rescue League of Boston about how to welcome your new adopted dog … Continue reading
Posted in Adoption, Blog
Tagged Adoption, Animal Rescue League of Boston, Animals, behavior, Dogs, New Dog, Puppy, Shelter Dogs, training
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January is ‘National Train Your Dog Month’
Here are 5 Benefits of Training your Dog from Kim Melanson CPDT-KA Behavior Counselor at the Animal Rescue League of Boston. Freedom: A well behaved dog can have an enriching life by spending more time with his family. He can … Continue reading
New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Owners
So you’ve made a New Year’s Resolution for yourself, but have you thought about making a resolution specific to your pet? Here are 7 resolutions for pet lovers for 2013, because our four-legged companions always deserve a little more love! … Continue reading
Posted in Adoption, Blog, News
Tagged Animals, behavior, Boston Veterinary Care, Care, Cats, Dental Care, Dogs, Exercise, Nutrition, Pet Health, Pets, Teeth, training, Veterinary medicine
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Doggy 5K Raises over 3k for the ARL
The Doggy 5K this past Saturday raised over $3,000 for the Animal Rescue League of Boston. The event started at 10am at South Boston’s scenic Castle Island and was attended by over 300 participants, many of whom brought their dogs. … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Boston, Events, News
Tagged Castle Island, Charity, Dogs, Events, Races, Recreation, Runners, Running, South Boston, training
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5 Training Tips for New Dog Owners
Our very own resident dog trainer, Kim Melanson, shares some useful tips for new dog owners. Whether you adopted a puppy, an adolescent, or an adult dog, these tips can help you and your new dog start off right. Teach your … Continue reading
Feline Focus: How to Train Your Cat to ‘Sit’
Training isn’t just for the dogs! When you teach your cat a “trick,” you are teaching her/him good manners and self-control, as well as providing ever-important mental stimulation. There is no end to what a cat can learn, but for … Continue reading
Feline Focus: Food Puzzles
When mealtime is one of the major events of your cat’s lazy day, don’t let it be boring! Have fun by turning dinner time into play time with food puzzles–they aren’t just for dogs! Mental stimulation is an important part … Continue reading
