Jae Thomas

1 week ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Jae Thomas

You need to stay hydrated while hiking, and so does your dog! Giving your dog plenty of water while hitting the trails will ensure they stay cool and avoid heatstroke, especially in the hot summer months. That’s where portable dog water bottles come in. A dedicated dog water bottle will make it easy to carry your pup’s water and make it easier to offer them a drink more frequently.

3 weeks ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Jae Thomas |Dashi. Jae competes

Sit is one of the first things many people teach their dogs, and it’s a helpful trick. It’s the foundational skill for a sit-stay and can be used for future impulse control work. You’ll also see sits utilized for exercise in canine conditioning, and a good sit is important for dog sports like rally and obedience, too. Read on for three different methods you can use to teach your dog to sit.

1 month ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Jae Thomas |Dashi. Jae competes

Building a relationship with your dog takes time and effort. Although it’s plenty of fun to bond with a new dog, your four-legged friend might not adore you instantly. Creating a positive relationship with your new dog will ensure she trusts you, has fun with you, and looks to you for guidance and comfort. Here’s how to connect with your dog through training, cooperative care, and more. Meeting all of your dog’s basic needs will help you bond—and will keep your pup at her happiest and healthiest.

1 month ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Jae Thomas |Dashi. Jae competes

There’s no doubt that Doodles are cute. The fluffy, curly coated puppies can make anyone’s heart melt, but should you buy one from a breeder? The main draws of Doodles—a “hypoallergenic” coat and a family-friendly temperament—are not always consistent. The first popularized Doodle was a Labrador Retriever and Poodle mix, bred in 1989 by Wally Conron as a guide dog prospect.

1 month ago | in.mashable.com | Dylan Haas |Leah Stodart |Jae Thomas

Unfortunately, you can't buy the motivation to get your butt in the gym (or to do any kind of exercise). But, you can buy a great fitness tracker to help light a fire under your ass to take more than 500 steps in a day. And hey, that's not nothing!The conversation around fitness has changed quite a bit over the past few years (as made clear by Every Fashion Brand Ever releasing a line of matching leggings and sports bras). We can thank the self-care revolution for this one.