We often hear owners say, "I could never put my baby in a cage," or "My dog doesn't need a kennel because we're always together." We understand the sentiment; really, we do. You love your dog and want them to feel free. But what if we told you that crate training isn't about restriction? It's about safety, security, and preparation for the unexpected. Why Crate Training Matters Imagine a sudden emergency—a natural disaster requiring evacuation or an unexpected hospitalization

Bringing home a new puppy is one of life's greatest joys — and one of its messiest. Here's everything you need to know to get potty training right from day one, straight from the certified trainers at Cooper Creek Kennels.

Puppies investigate the world through their mouths, for us it can be very painful and annoying to have sharp puppy teeth grab your hands/arms/legs every two seconds but biting is a normal behavior in puppies. For them, if something is within reach, it will probably be picked up and chewed, if it moves fast, it will definitely get bitten. What they are doing is simply trying to elicit play. Play is by far the best way to bond with your pup and is a great way to reward him dur