Situation-Specific Tips

A Senior's Guide to Selecting & Owning a Dog
All of us have the opportunity to enjoy the unconditional love a companion dog offers. This is especially true for senior citizens, as they typically have the time available to nurture and develop a strong emotion human-canine ... [view full item]

Black Dog Syndrome
At Bark Busters Home Dog Training, we have trained hundreds of thousands of dogs from around the block and around the world! We have taught dogs that are black, white and red – and every color in between! ... [view full item]

Bringing Home a Shelter or Rescue Dog
Each year the Humane Society of the United States (The HSUS) celebrates National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week during the first full week of November, as a way to honor animal shelters and the dedicated people who work ... [view full item]

Calm Your Dog's Thunderstorm Fear & Anxiety
While thunderstorms can instill fear in dogs, they can be trained to manage their reactions and feel calmer through all the noise and bright flashes. Thunderstorms are a common fear in dogs, causing many to panic ... [view full item]

Choosing a Puppy
How to Make Sure the Puppy You Bring Home is the Right One for YOUR Family A dog’s age, breed and temperament, combined with your lifestyle and personality, all play an important role in determining what ... [view full item]

Does Your Dog Have Behavioral Issues?
At Bark Busters Home Dog Training, we are not just dog trainers – we are dog behavioral therapists. What exactly is a dog behavioral therapist? Essentially we work with you and your dog on behavior modification techniques.It ... [view full item]

Helping Your Dog Recover From An Injury
Whether your dog is recovering from an injury, illness or surgery, it is important to look after his needs, ensure he has the time to recuperate fully, and follow the veterinarian’s instructions. Sometimes this is harder on ... [view full item]

Introducing a New Dog to Your Household
Bringing a new dog into the family is an exciting time for the human “pack” members, but can create stress for the non-human pack—whether dog (both new dog and resident dog), cat, bird, or other small pet. ... [view full item]

Managing a Multi-Dog Household
If you currently have one dog and are considering getting another, think carefully first. While the joy of dog ownership grows with each new “family” member you add, the challenges of managing the household can also increase. ... [view full item]

Moving Tips: Helping Your Dog Ease Into Your New Home
Moving into a new home can be both an exciting and stressful time for humans and pets. While we are able to understand why we have changed our dwelling, your furry companion may have a harder time ... [view full item]

Prepare Your Dog for a Visit to the Veterinarian
Visiting your veterinarian is essential to keeping your dog healthy and happy, and it is an important part of being a responsible pet owner. However, a routine checkup can sometimes be distressing to our canine companions. ... [view full item]

Preparing Your Dog for a New Baby
If you are expecting a baby and you have a dog, you will want to prepare your dog for the day you bring home your child. Dogs can feel shunned and become confused and stressed when parents ... [view full item]

Removing Your Dog's Tear Stains
Does your dog have reddish tear stains around his eyes? Unfortunately discharge from a dog’s eyes and tear stains can be common problems among certain breeds. What causes these stains and what can you do about them? ... [view full item]

Tips for Dog Owners in Apartments or Condos
We all know what joy having a canine companion can bring, no matter where we call home. However, for those who live in multi-unit dwellings, a misbehaved dog whose barking and bad manners disturbs others can easily ... [view full item]

Tips for Taking Your Dog to Work
Many workplaces now permit their dog-owning employees to make every day “take your dog to work day.” If you are one of these lucky people, strive from the outset to promote acceptance and harmony between your dog ... [view full item]

Tips to Prepare Your Puppy for Handling
During your puppy’s life, there will be many times when it is necessary for you or someone outside your family to handle him physically in ways that may seem strange to him. At home, during quiet times, ... [view full item]

Understanding & Managing Senior/Older Dogs
In support of November's National Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month, Bark Busters wants to share tips on Understanding and Managing Your Older Dog. Our dogs give us so much throughout their lives, including love, companionship, loyalty and protection. As ... [view full item]

Understanding & Training Dogs with Separation Anxiety
At times it may seem like you own two different dogs when you really only have one. Is the following a familiar scenario for you? When you are at home, your dog is very well behaved. ... [view full item]

What to Expect During Your Puppy's First Year
Understanding a puppy’s stages of development during the first 12 months can help you create a stronger, richer relationship with your new companion. This article addresses what to expect during the first year and provides tips for ... [view full item]

Why Adopt a Rescue Dog
We often hear from pet owners that they are in the midst of getting a new dog. One of the main reasons Bark Busters came into existence, was our mission to rescue dogs from animal shelters. Too often ... [view full item]

Working From Home With Your Dog
With the rise of telecommuting and self-employment, many dog owners are able to work from home and don’t have to routinely leave their furry friends for the day. Some dogs ease into this scenario and are able ... [view full item]