The Raintown Countdown
Your monthly dose of puppy positivity in a bite-sized 5-minute read
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Training Tips
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Short Reflection
How to Tell if Your Dog Wants Pets This Holiday Season
Strengthen your bond this holiday season by learning how to recognize when your dog wants pets and when they need space. Understanding these cues helps you have a stress-free, joyful holiday season for both you and your pup.
Rainy Days With Dogs
Make rainy days easier with fun indoor dog activities, smart walk planning, and practical winter gear tips. Keep your pup happy, enriched, and comfortable all season long, even when the weather isn’t cooperating.
Stress-Free Halloween Tips for Your Pup
Halloween can be spooky for dogs — but with a little planning, you can make it stress-free and fun! Learn how to help your pup enjoy the sights, sounds, and treats of the season safely.
Building A Routine For Your Dog’s Success
A consistent daily routine helps dogs feel secure, calm, and well-behaved. Learn how to balance free time, enrichment, naps, and structure to support your pup’s long-term success and make life easier for the whole family.
Beat the Heat! Summer Dog Safety Tips
Summer fun can be tough on dogs—heat, hot pavement, and long walks all pose risks. Learn simple tips to keep your pup safe and cool, from planning shaded routes to staying hydrated and using enrichment games when it’s too hot for outdoor play.
Reliable Training Starts with the 3 Ds: Distance, Duration & Distraction
Want a dog who listens every time? Discover the 3 Ds of dog training—Distance, Duration, and Distraction—and how to use them to build reliable behaviours. Read on for tips and find the featured podcast with Raintown’s founder, Kris Hampton, at the end of the article!
Off-Leash Dog Safety
Off-leash parks offer dogs the freedom to run, play, and socialize — but they also come with responsibilities for pet parents. Here are safety and training tips to help make your off-leash outings safe, fun, and stress-free.
Leash Manners: Focus in Busy Public Spaces
With warmer weather and busier streets, walks can be overwhelming for our dogs. Read on for practical tips to improve leash manners and help your pup stay calm and focused in public spaces.