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Jul 15

"No" is Not the Answer

The word "no" is a super useful one; it can be used to convey so much: "don't do that," "stay away from there," "don't put that in your mout

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Jun 15

What's in it for Me?

Puppies and dogs explore the worlds with their mouths; it's just what they do. Puppies, especially, seem like they need to give something a

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

May 15

Preparing for the Return to "Normal"

Many of us dog lovers and dog parents have been thankful to have our SideKicks with us while working from home and while staying home in qua

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Apr 15

Socialization in Trying Times (or Any Times)

It’s not an easy time for any of us right now. Some folks, for comfort and companionship (and because they've got some extra time on their h

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Apr 2

Work from Home Struggles?

A lot of us are in quarantine and/or staying home to help prevent the spread of infection. This means we're skipping get-togethers with frie

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Mar 15

PSA about Poop

It's that time of year again...With much of the snow melted, Spring is uncovering Winter's dirty little secret: People haven't been picking

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Feb 15

"When can I get rid of the treats?"

Though I view food and treats as valuable tools, not everyone does right away. Every now and then, a person asks me, "When can I get rid of

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Jan 20

The #1 Cause of Misbehavior

Between my Private Training clients and the group classes that I teach, I meet a lot of dogs, which means I see a lot of dog behavior (and m

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Dec 15, 2019

Puppy Basics (that Aren't "Training")

The holidays are a popular time to bring a puppy home for the family (and if you're still in the "considering it" stage, here's a post to re

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Nov 15, 2019

5 Must-Do Activities with your New SideKick

There are a few things you can do to ease the process of settling in and help your new SideKick get comfortable in their new home...

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Oct 15, 2019

Let Them Eat Cake

This may sound like a crazy suggestion, but hear me out. Give your SideKick choices.

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Sep 15, 2019

Daily Enrichment is EASY!

I stumbled upon an enrichment challenge and I'm so excited about it for a couple reasons!

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Aug 15, 2019

Just Playing Around

Why should you incorporate more play in your SideKick's daily routine? Several reasons!

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Jul 15, 2019

Walks are Great, but...

Walks are great, but...there's so much more you can do with your SideKick to take advantage of the WI Summer that is fun for both of you!

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Jennifer Prill, CPDT-KA

Jun 15, 2019

6 Things a Doggie Daycare Owner Wants you to Know

The following is a post written for the SKDT Blog by guest writer and owner of Laughing Dogs Daycare and Training Services, Jamie Schwoerer

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