Mary has been raising dogs her entire life and now works as a dog trainer on her ranch in Montana. She fell in love with dogs at a young age and knew she wanted to work with them when she grew up. Mary graduated from Iowa State University in 1995 with a degree in Veterinary Medicine. While she enjoyed practicing veterinary medicine, she couldn't resist her love of training dogs. In 2002, she quit her job as a vet technician and started her own dog training business called Hounds Angels. Hounds 101 is her side project where she shares her expertise on all things dogs.
For many families, morning breakfast involves their dog sitting at their feet and begging for some food. Before you share your breakfast with your four-legged friend, you may be wondering, “Can dogs eat Cheerios?” It’s a question many people ask …
With the cold weather upon us, you may be asking yourself, “Do dogs get cold paws?”. You might also be wondering if you need to purchase some booties for your pup. There is new research available that helps answer this …
Housebreaking an older dog can be a scary task. Well, it doesn’t have to be. It is possible to teach an old dog new tricks and that includes potty training. As long as you have a lot of patience, plenty …
You’ve done some research on choosing a puppy, have given it a lot of thought, and have decided that you are finally ready to add a puppy to your family. Before heading over to the shelter or browsing through Pet …
It is important to stop your dog from eating too fast. A dog who eats their food too quickly can choke. If your dog thinks that their food is going to disappear if they don’t eat it immediately, then you …
Why do dogs sleep so much? Does it seem like your dog is always sleeping? Every time you walk into the living room, there is your dog, on the couch and snoring away. Or maybe your dog loves to snooze …
One of the most exciting things you will encounter in life is bringing home a new puppy. However, a lack of planning can turn a wonderful experience into a nightmare. It can be stressful to raise a puppy when you …
When people think of Valentine’s Day, they often think of chocolates, wine, flowers, candles, love and romance. However, many of these things can be harmful to your four-legged friend. There are some precautions you need to take to have a …
When deciding to get a dog, most people automatically assume that they will be getting a puppy or a young dog. This is a shame because adopting an older dog will give the dog another chance at a happy life …
Are you searching for the best anti-barking device? Do you ever ask yourself in frustration, “How in the heck do I get my dog to shut up?” Most dog owners have asked that question at one time or another. Excessive …