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- Contact Us | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
Contact Us You've got questions, we've got answers! Please email us with the form below. Let's Chat Name: Select your service: Address: We're sorry! Unfortunately we're not acceting new clients in your area at this time. For current clients looking to rebook, please contact your care provider directly. Submit Phone: 720-400-0027 | Follow us
- Lab Puppy for Sale | FULLY TRAINED & Certified AKC
Lab Puppies For Sale Labrador Puppies | AKC Registered Top Rated Breeder in Colorado Contact Us What Makes Our Labrador Puppies Exceptional PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Our Pups Come FULLY Trained AKC REGISTERED AKC Certified Purebred HEALTH GUARANTEE: Veterinarian Checked & Certified Why Choose Us? Loving, Family Environment Our lab puppies are raised as part of our family. They're raised in a caring, nurturing environment to help them gain the experience they need to perfectly fit in your family. FULLY Trained in 12 Tasks All our pups go through extensive training with highly skilled expert trainers to become well-versed in obedience tasks. This training produces the most incredible pets and some even go on to become service dogs. Veterinarian Certified Health Our labs have been health checked and approved by veterinarians. They receive all vaccinations, de-worming rounds, and passed all their puppy health tests. Description We offer top of the line, purebred, AKC Registered Labrador Puppies. All puppies have been health and temperament tested. Our puppies come with a health guarantee, all puppy vaccinations, and American Kennel Club Registry paperwork. When you go with Happy Paws, you can be sure you're not supporting puppy mills and unsafe breeding practices. All our lab puppies come fully trained in obedience commands including: sit, stay, down, come, watch me and leave it. We also train them on impulse control and leash walking. We even start their potty training! They've been well socialized with other puppies, dogs, and children. They're raised in a loving home environment from day one until they're paired with their forever home. We take extra care and consideration when it comes to choosing their pet parents. Our AKC Labrador Puppies are $2,995. READY TO GET STARTED? The first step is to contact us! Contact Us
- Digging | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
digging OBEDIENCE TRAINING 101 GUIDE Common Reasons Why Dogs Dig Out of boredom when they’re not getting enough physical and mental stimulation. Digging up dirt to lay in can keep them cool in the summer and warm in the winter. They may smell something that’s buried or they may want to bury something. If they see humans digging (gardening) they may want to join in on the fun. Fertilizer is very attractive to some dogs. Some breeds like terriers and labs are instinctually prone to digging. How to Stop Digging The number one way to stop your dog from digging is to supervise them. We have to be there to guide them to make the right decisions. If you catch them in the act of digging, make a loud noise to interrupt the behavior like a loud clap or “uh-uh” sound. Then redirect them to play with an appropriate toy instead. Consider giving them an area of the yard where it is ok to dig. A sectioned off part of dirt or a sandbox will do just fine. If you catch them digging somewhere else interrupt the behavior and redirect them to this spot. Encourage them to dig in this spot by hiding tasting treats or bones for them to find. If they learn they find good things in that spot, that's the spot they'll want to dig in. Be consistent with your rules. If you deem an area that is ok to dig in then that's the rule and they are never allowed to dig anywhere else. Provide your dog with adequate exercise and mental stimulation. Give them a nice game of fetch, a stuffed chew toy, or a bone to entertain themselves. PRINT
- Leash Walking | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
Leash Walking OBEDIENCE TRAINING 101 GUIDE The Expectation Leash walking is one of the more difficult skills to teach a dog. It does not come naturally to them to be tied to someone while they are walking, just as we would have a hard time walking if we were tied to the person next to us. This is a skill that takes time and patience but is well worth the training once we accomplish it. How to Teach Walking Nicely on a Leash We recommend a 4ft to 6ft leash. Retractable leashes will allow your dog to pull away from you so until they have this skill mastered we like to make it easy for them to succeed by only giving them a small area to move around in freely. Start in a distraction-free environment such as a living room or your backyard instead of taking them around the neighborhood at first. We want to practice their walking skills in an environment where they have very little to be distracted by and therefore will focus more on us. Put their leash on and begin by encouraging them to be near you. Use a happy voice to praise them when they are standing nicely next to you on the leash or giving you their attention and follow this praise up with tasty treats. Next take a step or two in any direction. Encourage them to follow you and praise and treat them when they do. Start with just a few steps at a time making sure you are telling them what a good boy or girl they are along the way. If they are happily following you, increase the amount of steps you are taking while continuing this process. If they are not following you, do not force them by pulling on the leash or speaking harshly. This will only make them freeze up more or possibly shut down completely. Dogs are masters at picking up on our body language so if we are frustrated, they will sense that. Try to be patient and take note of anything that may be making them nervous in the environment. Dogs can be sensitive to certain flooring, unfamiliar objects, and noises. Allow them time to get familiar with their surroundings, their leash, and collar. If you are unable to get very far in the walking lesson, that's ok. Remember that this is a skill you’ll want them to do well for their whole life so it’s better to take it slow and steady than to rush and create a dog who is fearful of leash walking. Once you are able to walk 10-15 steps in one direction with them following along, you can start to position them where you’d like them to walk next to you on your left or right side. We do this by giving them treats only in that area right next to your side. We call this the “sweet spot.” Rather than reaching out to treat them wherever they are, bring the treats down right next to your side. This will encourage them to stick in that spot. When your dog can walk nicely next to you for short distances in your distraction-free environment you can then move your training sessions to a realistic outside setting. When you move outside remember there are now many more things for them to be distracted by. Go back to taking only a few steps at a time. Keep the same practice of praising and treating them for staying near you and giving you attention. Important Notes If your dog becomes too overwhelmed by the environment to focus on you then give them some time to investigate their environment before starting the training. Allow them to sniff and look around for a brief time. When they’ve adjusted, use your happy voice to get their attention back on you. Be generous with your praise and treats. You will be competing for their attention with all the other smells and sights around them. You have to be the most rewarding thing for them to focus on. If your walking lessons are always full of treats and praise, your dog will grow to love walking right along next to you. Pulling Pulling should be dealt with as soon as possible. The longer the behavior goes on, the longer it will take to correct. Puppies will naturally test their boundaries when learning how to walk on a leash. Adult dogs with a history of pulling will continue pulling for as long as they’re allowed to. Whether you have a brand new puppy who pulls or a 5 year old dog who pulls, now is the best time to start the training. How to Handle Pulling Go back to basics. Start in a low distraction environment like a backyard or an empty field. Practice taking just a few steps at first and encourage them to stay near you with praise and treats. If you are having success you can gradually increase the amount of steps you take. When your dog looks like they are about to start pulling use your happy voice to grab their attention and bring them back towards you. If you’re not able to get their attention back on you, use either the “tree method” or the “this way” method, listed below. Stop Pulling Using the “Tree Method” & “This Way Method” Tree Method - When your dog starts to pull and you are unable to get their attention back, become a tree. Plant your feet and don’t allow them to move. Whether it’s towards things to sniff, people to greet, dogs passing by, or anything else, don’t allow them to do it if they are pulling. These things will become their rewards. When they relax on the leash then they can sniff and greet until their heart's content. This Way Method - When your dog looks like they’re about to start pulling, say “this way” and then walk in the opposite direction. Repeat this every time they are about to start pulling. The idea is that once we start walking unpredictably, they have to pay closer attention to the way we are going and therefore pay more attention to us. This is our opportunity to treat and praise them for giving us their attention which will encourage them to continue walking nicely next to us. Tools to Help with Pulling It’s very important that every time you take your dog for a walk you are consistent with your leash walking rules and that they are never allowed to pull. But since we don’t always have the time to turn every walk or potty break into a walking lesson there are some tools that can help reinforce these rules. We recommend using a harness or a gentle leader. Harnesses can work great to stop some dogs from pulling. For strong pullers, a gentle leader will be your best option. These work similar to the way a head halter on a horse works. They strap around the head and make pulling uncomfortable for the dog but without causing pain. These can be fantastic training tools to help your dog stick to their leash walking manners. We strongly advise staying away from any tools that cause pain including prong collars, e-collars, and choke chains. Research has proven that using these types of tools that cause the dog pain can have serious negative effects including increased aggression. Remember the most important thing is that we stick to the golden rule: they are never allowed to pull. If we are consistent with this rule, they will learn over time that it’s not even an option to pull and you will be able to enjoy a lifelong walking companion. PRINT
- Board and Train in Denver, CO | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
Board and Train in Denver With our board and train service, we cover all essential obedience training in a 2 week program. We also offer pet taxis . Reserve Now What Board and Train Includes TRAINING COVERED: 24 Training Skills 2 WEEK STAY Luxury Suite Rooms PRICE: $1,549.99 Dog Training Skills Included Training Skills: • Sit • Down • Stay • Come • Drop It • Leave It • Watch me • Go to Place • Release Cue • Leash Walking • Hand Targeting • Impulse Control • Chewing • Jumping • Destruction • Socialization • Stress Signals • Potty Training • Crate Training • Nipping & Biting • Proper Handling • Attention & Focus • Preventing Anxiety • Reliable Responses Service Information Being Exceptional is Our Specialty Our luxury suites all come with TV's, radios, and webcams. Your dog will be in paradise as they're enjoying educational activities & learning how to be the best pet they can be. Trusted, Experienced Pet Caregivers Our goal is to make your experience as simple and care-free as possible. We offer pet taxis to and from your location making your life easier. Video Updates You'll receive video & text updates keeping you up to date on your dog's learning so you never have to go too long without seeing your fur baby's face. READY TO GET STARTED? The first step is to submit a Reservation Request! Reservations
- Dog Sitter | Cat Sitters | Pet Sitting in Denver | Dog Boarding
Top Rated Pet Care Book our 5 star cat sitters & dog sitters for pet sitting in Denver. For every reservation made, we donate 3 meals to local shelter animals. Book Now Services Pet Sitting Dog Sitting Cat Sitting Exotic Pet Sitting Pet Boarding Dog Boarding Cat Boarding In-Home Nail Trims About Us At Happy Paws - PetCare, all of our providers are insured and certified. We pride ourselves on our commitment to offering the highest possible quality of pet care to each and every animal. However, our mission goes even beyond this. That’s why for every reservation made with us, we donate 3 meals to local shelter animals. In the U.S. more than 6 million animals enter shelters every year. Sadly, many of them are euthanized due to limited resources. These shelters give such an invaluable public service to our communities. Our goal is to advocate for them and the animals they care for by giving endless love and support. We believe every animal deserves a loving home and we want to help make that happen! Member and Insured Through Read More How Do I Get Started? step 1: submit reservation request Submit a Reservation Request form to us detailing your service needs. step 2: wait for approval We'll email you within 48 hours to let you know if your request is approved. Step 3: Book Your Service Reserve your service and book your Meet & Greet with your caregiver. FAQs Do You Offer Pet Sitting Services Near Me? We offer our pet care services all over the Denver Metro area! To check if we service your location, visit our Serviced Areas page. What's Included In Your Pet Sitting Service? Our pet caregivers are dedicated to going the extra mile for you and your pet! We can help with meals, walks / playtime, medications, litter box cleanings, watering plants, bringing in mail, rotating lights on/off, and of course giving your fur baby all the love they want! Will I Have The Same Cat Sitter Or Dog Sitter For Each Visit? Yes, we understand how important it is to have consistency throughout your pet's care. We always send the same sitter to your home giving you and your pet(s) peace of mind. What If I Need Pet Sitting For Multiple Pets? Not a problem! Our sitters are experienced in caring for a variety of pets including: cats, dogs, ferrets, rabbits, reptiles, horses, rats, mice, fish & more. What If My Pet Has Special Care Needs Or Takes Medications? Our pet providers are thoroughly experienced in caring for pets with special needs and administering medications. What If My Pet Is Nervous Or Aggressive Around New People? Not to worry! We have providers who specialize in anxious, fearful, and aggressive pets. They are trained in reading how your pet's feeling by their body language and are able to easily adjust to keep your pet calm and comfortable. Will I Be Able To Meet My Pet Sitter Before They Care For My Pets? Absolutely ! Once your reservation is confirmed, you'll be able to book a meet and greet with your care provider. We offer both virtual and in-person meet and greet options to best fit your scheduling needs. How Experienced Will My Cat Sitter Or Dog Sitter Be? All of our pet care providers are comprehensively experienced in animal behavior, early signs of medical issues, and how to properly manage pets experiencing anxiety and aggression. Our providers are trained in pet first aid and CPR. In addition, we screen all of our care providers with an extensive process to ensure they are dedicated to consistently delivering the highest possible level of care to all of our clients, both furry and human! Do You Offer Meet and Greets? Yes we do! We offer both virtual and in-person Meet & Greets. Our virtual Meet & Greet option comes complimentary with every reservation. During your Meet & Greet, you'll be able to get to know your care provider personally and go over any questions you have or special needs your pet(s) may have. Why Should I Choose Your Company? We only hire true animal lovers who have a passion for caring for animals and are equally passionate about providing excellent customer care. We pride ourselves on our commitment to offering the highest possible quality of care to every animal and client. Have Any Other Questions? Please fill out a reservation request & we'll be happy to help! Recent Posts Kelsey Carlson Jul 10, 2023 Need a GREAT Sitter for your Exotic Pet? Sara Watson Jun 26, 2023 Are You Looking For A Sitter For Your Elderly Cat? Stephanie Wilcox Jun 12, 2023 How to Find the Right Pet Sitter for Your Anxious Dog
- Reserve | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
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- Pet Boarding for Exotic Animals | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
Pet Boarding for Exotic Animals Book our 5 star luxury pet boarding in Denver, Colorado. We provide complimentary pet taxis, luxury suites, TVs & webcams. Book Now What Pet Boarding for Exotic Animals Includes LUXURY SUITES Private Accommodations MEALS & ACTIVITIES 1-3 times per day PRICE: $39.99 / Day Why Choose Us? Being Exceptional is Our Specialty Our private suites all come with TV's, radios, and webcams. Your pet will be in paradise enjoying fun activities, getting tons of personalized attention, & relaxing in their private accommodations. Trusted, Experienced Pet Caregivers Our goal is to make your experience as incredible as possible! We provide complimentary pet taxis to and from your location making your life easier. Photo Updates You'll receive text & photo updates every day so you never have to go too long without seeing your baby's face. Service Description We're TOP rated for luxury pet boarding in Denver, Colorado. Our caregivers provide our complimentary Pet Taxi Service for pick up & drop off. Each pet that stays with us is given an incredible experience! We provide luxurious accommodations including private suites with individual beds, TVs, radios, cameras, enrichment toys, and numerous daily activities to keep your pet happily entertained. We're also able to administer any medications they may need. In addition, we provide text and photo updates daily keeping you in the loop always! Multiple pets? No problem! We're also happy to take care of any other animals you have if needed. Visit our cat boarding & dog boarding pages for more details. READY TO GET STARTED? The first step is to submit a Reservation Request! Book Now
- Multi Animal Pet Sitting in Denver | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
Multi - Animal Pet Sitting Local, trusted pet sitting that's top rated & highly recommended throughout Denver! Book Now What Multi - Animal Pet Sitting Includes MEALS & WATER 1-3 times per day WALKING & PLAYTIME 1-3 visits per day PRICE: $35 per 30 min. visit Why Choose Us? Trusted, Experienced Pet Caregivers Our pet caregivers go the extra mile, every time. We give each pet their own individualized care whether thats walks, playtime, cuddles, or all three! Photo Updates You'll receive text & photo updates for every visit so you never have to go too long without seeing your fur baby's faces. Being Exceptional is Our Specialty Whether you need us to water your plants, feed your fish or bring your packages inside, we've got you covered! Add-ons & Extras 1 Hour Visit $55 Additional Cat Cost $5 Additional Dog Cost $10 Meet & Greet - In-Person $30 Meet & Greet - Virtual (No Cost) Dog Park Trip During Visit - (No Cost) Administration of Medications - (No Cost) Service Description We offer pet sitting all across the Denver metro area! Our pet caregivers are loving, experienced, and can stop by up to 4 times per day if needed. You can customize your care visit to fit your pet's exact needs! Your care provider can help by providing walks, playtime, trips to a nearby park, indoor enrichment activities, cuddle time, personalized attention, or just quiet companionship. We'll also refresh their water supply, clean their litter box, and administer any medications or treatments they may need. Multiple pets? No problem! We offer an additional per dog fee of $10 and per cat fee of $5. We're also happy to take care of any other small pets in the home if needed. We provide text and photo updates every visit keeping you in the loop always! Interested in booking a Meet & Greet with your care provider? We offer 20 minute virtual Meet & Greets complementary with every reservation and in-person Meet & Greets for $30. READY TO GET STARTED? The first step is to submit a Reservation Request! Book Now
- Terms & Conditions | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
Service Terms & Conditions HAPPY PAWS - PetCare is referred to as “HAPPY PAWS - PetCare, We, Our, or Us” and clients are referred to as “Clients, You, or Owner”. Clients authorize HAPPY PAWS - PetCare to perform pet care services. Clients are responsible for regularly reviewing this contract. 1. ACCESS: Clients give permission that HAPPY PAWS - PetCare can enter the home, their property on which it sits, and other outbuildings that rest upon the land for pet-related services. HAPPY PAWS - PetCare requires owners give access with a lockbox code, garage code, door entry code, or hidden key location. Without valid entry access, we will not be held liable or responsible for any incomplete services and the client will be charged for the full visit and any related fees. HAPPY PAWS - PetCare requires all keys stay at owners property. 2. SECURITY SYSTEMS: If HAPPY PAWS - PetCare will need to arm or disarm a security system, the client will provide the codes for the device. We recommend setting up temporary codes or passwords for our use. HAPPY PAWS - PetCare is not responsible for any fines or other damages associated with the malfunction or unintended triggering of the security system when entering or leaving the premises. 3. COMMUNICATION: For all communication purposes, clients must be able to be reached either via text message or email. If client is unable to be reached, they will provide another contact to caregiver. 4. AVAILABLE HOURS: Response hours are Monday-Sunday from 6 A.M. to 10 P.M. During response hours, we will respond to calls and emails as soon as possible. 5. MINIMUM VISIT REQUIREMENTS: HAPPY PAWS - PetCare requires that dogs are visited at least twice per day (every 12 hours). For the health and safety of your pet(s), we recommend at least three times per day for puppies under 2 years old, crated dogs, and older dogs. Cats should be visited at least once every 24-hours, unless medical care is needed. HAPPY PAWS - PetCare is not liable for any damages that may occur due to the client requesting fewer appointments than we suggested. 6. MAKING RESERVATIONS: We offer services on a first come, first served basis. To submit service change requests, including cancellations or time changes, clients must text or email their pet caregiver directly. Reservations made within a 48 hour window will incur a $25 emergency service fee. Please allow up to 1 business day for HAPPY PAWS - PetCare to accept or decline service requests. 7. METHODS OF PAYMENT: All Services must be paid in full to confirm reservation. We do not accept deposits or partial payments of services. Rates are subject to change and prices are listed on our website. 8. PET ABANDONMENT: HAPPY PAWS - PetCare is not responsible for clients wanting to rehome their pet(s). We are not a rescue group. If the client abandons their pet(s) in our care, after 48 hours of no response or pickup, HAPPY PAWS - PetCare will report the client’s actions to the authorities, and will seize the pet(s) to animal control. The client will be liable for reimbursing HAPPY PAWS - PetCare for all expenses incurred including but not limited to, pet care, transportation, legal fees or court costs. 9. EXTENDING RESERVATIONS: Extending your reservation may be considered an emergency request. Unforeseen travel interruptions, flight delays, and emergencies may require access to the property again, but only for pet-related services. If there will be delays in returning home, clients must notify HAPPY PAWS - PetCare promptly. We will make reasonable efforts to extend services, but can not guarantee availability. 10. CANCELLATIONS: Clients must notify HAPPY PAWS - PetCare as soon as possible of the need to cancel services via text, email, or phone call. Cancellation fees may vary depending on the service reserved and how much notice was given. Services that are cancelled within 24 hours or after we arrive will be charged the full amount. NO EXCEPTIONS! Rescheduled appointments are subject to a $25 rescheduling fee. 11. VACCINATIONS: Pets must be vaccinated for the following diseases. a. DOGS - Rabies and DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, ParaInfluenza, Parvo) Bordetella (if boarding). b. CATS - Rabies, FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia) and Feline Leukemia. 12. MEDICATIONS: The client is responsible to provide HAPPY PAWS - PetCare with detailed instructions on how to give medications to the pet(s). HAPPY PAWS - PetCare will attempt to administer medications as prescribed. However, if the pet(s) refuse to cooperate or becomes violent, HAPPY PAWS - PetCare will not be held liable for the consequences resulting from missed medications, or incorrect instructions that may arise when caring for your pet(s). 13. EMERGENCY CARE: HAPPY PAWS - PetCare works hard to prevent accidents and injuries. However, these can occur regardless of how well the pet(s) are cared for. If pet(s) need emergency care or requires transportation for medication administration, the client authorizes HAPPY PAWS - PetCare to transport their pet(s) to the veterinarian listed. Should the preferred veterinarian not be available, we will transport the pet(s) to the nearest emergency clinic. HAPPY PAWS - PetCare is not responsible for the actions and decisions of the veterinary staff that result in injury or death. 14. COLLARS AND LEASHES: Clients must ensure that the pet(s) collars and harnesses fit properly. HAPPY PAWS - PetCare is not responsible or liable for poorly fitted, worn or damaged collars and harnesses. HAPPY PAWS - PetCare is not held liable for damages caused by pets pulling on the leash or other unruly behaviors. The client agrees to hold HAPPY PAWS - PetCare harmless for any malfunction of equipment or personal property owned by the client, such as leashes, collars, electric fences, or grooming supplies. 15. PERSONAL PROPERTY: HAPPY PAWS - PetCare will not be held accountable, liable, or responsible for damages to the home that are beyond our control. This includes, but not limited to, water damages, fallen trees, electrical problems, acts of nature, and if fencing or enclosures are damaged due to inclement weather or otherwise. 16. INCLEMENT WEATHER: For temperates exceeding 85 degrees or lower than 25 degrees, outdoor visit times will be adjusted to shorter periods of time to ensure your pet(s) safety. Your visit time will instead include more indoor enrichment activities to provide mental stimulation for your pet(s). Your visit time will be adjusted based on current weather conditions and your individual pet(s) exposure risks. Pets with preexisting health conditions, age-related risks, or breed specific characteristics that make them more susceptible to the elements will be further evaluated. 17. PICTURES AND ADVERTISING: During our visits, clients agree that HAPPY PAWS - PetCare can take pictures or videos and submit them to owner or post them on social media for our viewers. Clients grant HAPPY PAWS - PetCare a non-exclusive worldwide license to use, copy, and publicly display the photos and videos of your pet. 18. INJURY TO OR BY CLIENT PET(S): HAPPY PAWS - PetCare will not be held liable for any pet(s) that instigates fights with other animals or is injured by other animals while in our care. Clients are responsible for all medical expenses and damages that may arise due to their pet’s behavior. The client must reimburse HAPPY PAWS - PetCare for all medical care, legal fees, and court costs within 30 days of the incident. 19. NAIL TRIM SERVICE: Clients must have their pet(s) up to date on vaccinations prior to booking this service and certify this on their reservation request. Pet(s) with a history of aggression towards people will not be accepted for this service. In the event that a pet(s) becomes aggressive towards our provider or any members of the household, we reserve the right to terminate service and client’s will not receive a refund for the service booked. 20. GOVERNING LAW: This contract will be governed, construed and enforced under the laws of the State of Colorado. If HAPPY PAWS - PetCare files a lawsuit to enforce any aspect of this contract, the defendant acknowledges that the location of the case is in the county where HAPPY PAWS - PetCare has its main office. The client states that they have read this contract in its entirety and understands and accepts these terms.
- Advertising Terms | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare
Advertising Terms GENERAL PROVISIONS Company contractually prohibits its contractors, affiliates, vendors and suppliers from disclosing any personal information received from Company, other than in accordance with this Privacy Notice. These third parties may include advertisers, providers of games, utilities, widgets and a variety of other third-party applications accessible through the Sites. Company neither owns nor controls the third-party websites and applications accessible through the Sites. Thus, this Privacy Notice does not apply to personal information provided to or gathered by the third parties that operate them. Before visiting a third party, or using a third-party application, whether by means of a link on the Sites, directly through the Sites or otherwise, and before providing any personal information to any such third party, users should inform themselves of the privacy policies and practices (if any) of the third party responsible for those Sites or applications, and should take those steps necessary to, in those users’ discretion, protect their privacy. Third-Party Advertisers. We do NOT allow third-party advertising companies to serve ads when you visit the Sites. We use Google Analytics. We may use third-party vendors, including Google, who use first-party cookies (such as the Google Analytics cookie) and third-party cookies (such as the DoubleClick cookie) together to inform, optimize and serve ads based on your past activity on the Sites, including Google Analytics for Display Advertising. The personal information collected may be used to, among other things, analyze and track data, determine the popularity of certain content and better understand online activity. If you do not want any personal information to be collected and used by Google Analytics, you can install an opt-out in your web browser (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/) and/or opt out from Google Analytics for Display Advertising or the Google Display Network by using Google’s Ads Settings (www.google.com/settings/ads). Users can connect their accounts to their social media accounts. We may provide you the option to connect your account on the Sites to your account on some social networking sites for the purpose of logging in, uploading personal information or enabling certain features on the Sites. When logging in using your social network credentials, we may collect the personal information you have made publicly available on the social networking site, such as your name, profile picture, cover photo, username, gender, friends network, age range, locale, friend list and any other personal information you have made public. Once connected, other users may also be able to see information about your social network, such as the size of your network and your friends, including common friends. By connecting your account on the Sites to your account on any social networking site. We will not send any of your account personal information to the connected social networking site without first disclosing that to you. Each social network may further allow you to set privacy controls around your personal information on their system, and our collection of personal information will always follow such controls and permissions. This feature is subject to continuous change and improvement by us and each social networking site involved, and therefore the available features and shared personal information are subject to change. Please visit our Privacy Notice for any updates. The Sites have hyperlinks to social media networks. We may use hyperlinks on the Sites which will redirect you to a social network if you click on the respective link. However, when you click on a social plug-in, such as Facebook’s "Like" button or Twitter’s “tweet” button that particular social network’s plugin will be activated and your browser will directly connect to that provider’s servers. If you do not use these buttons none of your data will be sent to the respective social network’s plugin providers. To illustrate this further, imagine the scenario where you click on the Facebook’s "Like" button on the Sites. Facebook will receive your IP address, the browser version and screen resolution, and the operating system of the device you have used to access the Sites. Settings regarding privacy protection can be found on the websites of these social networks and are not within our control. Third-Party Service Providers. We do NOT use third-party service providers on the Sites.
- Preventing Anxiety | HAPPY PAWS - PetCare ®
Preventing anxiety OBEDIENCE TRAINING 101 GUIDE Dogs with anxiety or separation anxiety can experience distress when they're left alone which commonly results in: Excessive barking, whining, or howling Urination and defecation Destructive behavior Digging and scratching Signs of Separation Anxiety The behavior occurs primarily when they’re left alone and typically begins soon after you leave. They act anxious, depressed, or overly excited when you are getting ready to leave the house. They follow you from room to room when you're home. They display frantic greeting behaviors. Triggers for Separation Anxiety A dog accustomed to constant human companionship is left alone. A dog experiences a traumatic event, such as a stressful boarding situation or living in a shelter. A major change in the dogs routine because of a family disruption, such as the loss of a family member or another family pet. How to Treat Minor Separation Anxiety Keep your arrivals and departures short and sweet so the dog isn’t focusing on the events too much. Don’t give long drawn out goodbyes and when you come back greet them with calm affection. Leave them with an item that smells like you like a blanket or shirt. Provide adequate physical and mental stimulation. As well as meeting their exercise needs, be sure to provide enrichment toys for them. When you are away consider using a doggy day care, pet sitter, friends or family. Discuss options with your veterinarian. How to Treat Major Separation Anxiety Give your dog a special place to make their own happy place like a dog proofed room or gated off area of the house. Make sure this area is away from any noise that could be triggering. Play them soothing music made to calm dogs with separation anxiety. Provide them with various enrichment toys, include long lasting chew toys, and add person items with your scent to this area. NEVER use this area as a punishment. Make this your dog's happy place only. No children, no adults, no other pets unless they help to ease your dog's anxiety. Practice small durations of being alone and gradually build up to longer time periods. NEVER punish a dog for behaviors they display because of separation anxiety, this will only increase their anxiety and likely worsen the behaviors. Talk to your veterinarian about medications that may be able to help. PRINT