Can this dog be trained?

#MiddleburyCT #ObedienceTraining #ClickerTraining DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Recently, a new member joined our family: a toy poodle mix named Petey who was rehomed by an acquaintance ... Continue Reading →

Dog’s driveway poop upsets neighbor

#MiddleburyCT #Dog DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My next-door neighbor shares a driveway with me. We get along fine, organizing our cars so no one is blocked in. However, every morning she ... Continue Reading →

Having a pet is good for seniors

#MiddleburyCT #Seniors #Pets The studies are clear: Owning a pet is good for us. For those of us who stay home much of the time, having a pet can be a boon to our physical and mental ... Continue Reading →

Prepare a bug-out bag for pets

#Middlebury #Hurricanes #Pets DEAR PAW’S CORNER: As the U.S. enters the most active period of the year for hurricanes, it’s important to make sure we’re prepared in ... Continue Reading →

‘Hip hold’ is no way to stretch your dog

#Middlebury #HipHold #Dog DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My wife likes to pick up our dog’s hind legs to help him stretch; that is, she holds Cheerio by the hips so his hind legs are ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 12, 2022

#Middlebury A great idea for mini ice packs: Freeze ketchup packets you get from takeout food. They are great for icing small bumps or bug bites. Spread a teaspoon of peanut butter ... Continue Reading →

Celebrity Extra – March 3, 2022

#Middlebury Q: Is John Krasinski returning as “Jack Ryan” anytime soon, or is he sticking with movies from now on? I hope “Jack Ryan” wasn’t canceled. ... Continue Reading →

Dog goes on strike against leashes

#Middlebury #Dog #Leash DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My dog, Perry, tugs, fights and whines when I put a collar and leash on him. He will even flop down and refuse to move. I don’t ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – February 8, 2022

#Middlebury If your dog likes a treat of moistened dry food from time to time, use the water from cooking vegetables. It has a bit of flavor and some vitamins, too! “A tip for banana ... Continue Reading →

Use best leash-collar combo for your dog

#Middlebury #Dog #Leash #Collar #Harness DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’d like to upgrade my Lab’s collar and leash, because he’s pretty powerful and tugs against his ... Continue Reading →