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How Often Should You Wash Your Dog
Learn how often to wash your dog based on coat type, lifestyle, and breed. Expert guidance on bathing frequency, brushing schedules, and signs your dog needs a bath.
The UP Teamโs Official Position on Hosting Bite Night
The Urban Pawsibilities official statement on allowing Blackwood Bite Club at our facility.
How to Introduce Dogs to Your Puppy
Learn how to safely introduce dogs to your puppy with expert techniques for home and public settings. A step-by-step guide for achieving positive first meetings and ongoing socialization success.
How to Prepare Your Puppy for the Vet
Learn how to prepare your puppy for stress-free vet visits with fear-free techniques, happy visits, and advocacy tips that build positive associations for lifelong health.
7 Essential Dog Care Tips for First-Time Owners
New to dog parenting? Discover essential dog care tips, changes to expect, and must-have products to ensure a smooth transition for you and your furry friend.
What to Buy to Start Training Your Dog
Ready to train your dog? Discover the 3 essential questions to ask yourself, lifestyle changes to embrace, and trainer-approved gear to set up for success.
How Mental Enrichment Can Stop Your Dog from Barking
Discover how mental enrichment and understanding your dogโs needs can transform excessive barking into calmโwithout punishment or frustration.
How to Crate Train a Puppy
Crate training your puppy doesnโt have to mean tears. Learn how to create a safe, positive space that builds trustโplus tips for solving common hiccups.
Which Kind of Dog Food Should I Buy?
Your dogโs food is the foundation of their health, energy, and even their behavior. Find out why we love this high-quality dog food brand based in Portland.
9 Things to Buy Before Bringing Your Puppy Home
Preparing for a new puppy? Explore these essential, trainer-approved puppy items to create a safe space for your furry friend.
Why Should I Hire a Certified Dog Trainer?
Struggling with your dogโs behavior? Discover how a professional dog trainer helps you and your dog gain the skills needed to live happier together.
How to Control Dog Barking: Understanding Positive-Reinforcement Dog Training
While barking is a natural way for dogs to communicate, excessive barking can disrupt your peace. Hereโs how to use positive reinforcement for dog training.
Puppy Socialization: Tips to Build a Well-Adjusted Adult Dog
Learn effective puppy socialization techniques with Urban Pawsibilities. Discover how to introduce your puppy to new experiences positively, building a confident and well-adjusted adult dog.
New Dog Training Programs at Urban Pawsibilities in Portland OR
Check out all the new dog training programs available at Urban Pawsibilities designed to provide more personalized care, flexible options, and professional training to meet the needs of you and your dog.
Border Collies: Understanding Your Dog's Breed for Better Training
Discover the importance of understanding your Border Collie's breed-specific traits for effective training. Learn strategies to harness their natural behaviors for a harmonious relationship.
How Do You Stop a Dog From Digging in the Yard?
Find out the common reasons why your dog digs in your yard and some possible tips and dog training methods to teach your dog to stop digging.
Adopting a Dog: 3 Crucial Questions Before You Commit
Thinking about getting a dog? Discover the essential considerations you need to address before bringing a canine companion into your home. Learn what it truly takes to be a responsible dog owner.
How to Introduce a New Puppy Dog to Your Dog
Discover effective strategies to introduce a new puppy to your existing dog. Learn key tips for a smooth and positive introduction and socialization to ensure a harmonious household.
How to Stop Your Dog From Barking at Strangers
Learn practical ways to stop your dog from barking at strangers with targeted training techniques, management tips, and expert guidance.
How to Train & Socialize German Shepherds
Discover effective training strategies tailored for German Shepherds, bred to be herding dogs, to manage their instincts and enhance your life together.
Learn how often to wash your dog based on coat type, lifestyle, and breed. Expert guidance on bathing frequency, brushing schedules, and signs your dog needs a bath.