Ever wonder why your dog is better around certain people?

Your Energy Matters

If you are in a bad mood or getting frustrated just think about how your dog feels when they have no clue what you are saying. The same is true when that lady with good intentions gets your pup so excited with...

Becoming a pet parent is not an easy task.

Most owners bury themselves in research over the best way to raise a puppy, to the best nutrition, and so on. After realizing everyone has a different way of raising a puppy, It shortly gets overwhelming. We thought we could by giving a list of...

Almost six years ago, when Zena was a puppy everything from nutrition to how we treat our dogs has changed. If you are not constantly evolving and growing as a person, then you become subordinate

Life around us is ever adapting to this world, and we should be applying the exact science...

This app is a game-changer for dog parents, especially if you have a sweet but psycho pup. Leash reactivity is typical in high drive breeds and is usually due to lack of exposure around their triggers while on leash. They think the leash holds them back and makes them act out like a fool on a...

100% Percent A Fucking Myth

The evidence was there all along and somehow we still do not question enough when it comes to the health and nutrition of our pets. The same people that have told us that dogs need carbs in their diet are the same people that can benefit from us or our pets being...

What are our training philosophies at A-Z DOGS?

It is simple. Don't be a dick.

Dog parents that ask too many questions are our favorite. No, we are not being sarcastic for once because we are the same way.

So what does not being a dick mean in our programs mean?

It means we treat your pup with...

Rarely dog behavior is black and white, and the same goes for dog parenting. Below is a list of the times where I do not recommend bed sleeping until you hire a professional trainer to get some foundation and structure in the home first. Remember as your pup ages and the years go on you...

Fact or Myth: Dogs Be Allowed In Bed

I will be the first to admit that I believed and preached all the lies when I began dog training, of course not knowing better. When you know better, you do better and do not beat yourself up for what you didn't know. Dogs bed sleeping DOES NOT cause...

My Pack: The Story Of Oakley 

Oakley is the only dog in my pack that I haven't raised since a puppy. I met Oakley when I first met my husband, Alan, in late 2017. Alan got Oakley from the humane society as a puppy. Oakley was listed as a puppy at The Humane Society as a Cattle Dog,...

Car Safety For Your Pup

There are a few different options when it comes to car safety with your doggo. Just putting your dog in the car without an extra layer of security is not recommended anymore. The options can be overwhelming choosing a setup or car product that fits you and your...

Dog Nutrition: Your Dog Is What He Eats.

The simple answer is that it is fun and enriching for your dog to dig.

Enrichment, defined loosely, is dogs' primal needs, even when they are inconvenient for humans. Primal needs for your dog can be anything from sniffing and digging to chasing. These habits can be more assertive in certain...