August 2016

How Much Food to Feed My Dog?

Happy Dog Training | August 6, 2016

Many pet owners ask me: “How much food to feed my dog?”. While that question seems straightforward, the answer is, unfortunately, not that simple. Much depends on the unique circumstances of your dog. This article explains how to determin ...

Dog Food

What is the Best Food for a German Shepherd?

Happy Dog Training | August 5, 2016

‘What is the Best Food for a German Shepherd?’ was initially published in December 2009. It was significantly revised in February 2011 and further refined with additional thoughts and experiences in February 2021. My dog Sylvester lived t ...

GSD Food

My Dog Sylvester

Happy Dog Training | August 4, 2016

This is the story of my German Shepherd, Sylvester. How we first found each other, the training journey we took, and our great life adventures. He was my rollerblading and hiking companion for many years of my life.

Sylvester

Dog Vaccinations

Happy Dog Training | August 4, 2016

A topic that has bothered me for a while is the apparent over-vaccination of our pets. We have been convinced by our veterinarians that annual booster shots for our cats and dogs are necessary, and we should do it “just to be safe.”

Vaccinations

Bad Dog Breath? Breath-Saving Dog Biscuits

Happy Dog Training | August 3, 2016

If you’re dealing with bad dog breath, this recipe is for you. We can find many dog treats in the aisles of pet stores. But just as with normal pet foods, we usually don’t know if what’s in them is healthy for our dogs.

Dog Breath