by Brittany Babb, OSU Intern Socialization is the process of developing relationships with other living beings, people, animals and objects. Through exposure we become comfortable in certain situations, with certain customs and with certain sights, smells and sounds. Our puppies can become comfortable and confident in any situation with all types of people and with [...]
Sparky DOES YOUR DOG HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN ACME DOG OF THE MONTH? To enter your dog, he/she must have participated in one of Acme Canine’s training programs or classes. Please submit a digital photo of your pet along with a description of how Acme Canine has improved your canine relationship. We [...]
The American Kennel Club® continues to remind pet owners to heed warnings about an alarming rise in “dog-nappings.” State houses across America have taken notice and are proposing laws to toughen penalties for those who steal pets. Since last year, when AKC® first noted concerns about the prevalence of pet theft, more dogs are disappearing. [...]
Healthypet.com Is your dog licking his paws raw? It may well be your pet is experiencing allergies, one of the most common health problems for pets. Just like people, animals have allergic reactions because their immune system–the system that protects the body from foreign and potentially infectious substances–overreacts to some material. Almost anything–pollen, dust, an [...]
from the AVMA Did you know that … -4.7 million people in this country are bitten by dogs every year -children are by far the most common victims -800,000 Americans receive medical attention for dog bites each year -children are far more likely to be severely injured; approximately 400,000 receive medial attention every year -most [...]
Woofie’s Birthday Fun Walk was created to raise awareness to responsible dog ownership. It has become an annual event, with clients and friends coming from all across Ohio to volunteer, participate, and help celebrate Woofie, the Demo Dog’s birthday while helping a cause. Why is responsible dog ownership such an important issue? Among companion animals, [...]
DOES YOUR DOG HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN ACME DOG OF THE MONTH? To enter your dog, he/she must have participated in one of Acme Canine’s training programs or classes. Please submit a digital photo of your pet along with a description of how Acme Canine has improved your canine relationship. We will [...]
DOES YOUR DOG HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN ACME DOG OF THE MONTH? To enter your dog, he/she must have participated in one of Acme Canine’s training programs or classes. Please submit a digital photo of your pet along with a description of how Acme Canine has improved your canine relationship. We will [...]