Dr. Gary Richter, Author at Ultimate Pet Nutrition

Why Do Dogs Chase Their Tails?

by Dr. Gary Richter | Jan 15, 2021 | Dog Behavior

Just about every dog owner, at one time or another, has wondered, “Why do dogs chase their tails?” Tail chasing can be cute. But obsessive chasing could be a sign of a mental or physical issue that needs to be checked out by a veterinarian. Here are a few of the...

Puppy Training And Behavior: How To House Train A Puppy

by Dr. Gary Richter | Jan 1, 2021 | Dog Training

Puppy training might take a lot of patience, but it’s worth the effort. Bringing a puppy into your house is a fantastic experience. And though it takes a lot of work to get them to behave the way you want, you’ll have years and years of love and affection with your...

How Can You Start Training A Deaf Puppy Or Dog

by Dr. Gary Richter | Dec 18, 2020 | Dog Training

Training a deaf puppy might seem impossible, but it’s not. Deaf dogs aren’t a whole lot different from other dogs – they love their owners, and they’ll do whatever they can to please them. If you’re willing to learn and put in the work, you might just find that each...

Puppy Sleep Training: How To Get Your Puppy To Sleep Through The Night

by Dr. Gary Richter | Oct 12, 2020 | Dog Training

When it comes to puppies, sleep is a big part of early life. But that doesn’t mean they’ll easily sleep through the night without waking you up. This is where puppy sleep training may help your new family member get acclimated to their new home. Here are a few...

Potty Bell Training Techniques To Teach Your Dog Or Puppy

by Dr. Gary Richter | Oct 5, 2020 | Dog Training

If you have a puppy – or an older dog who hasn’t quite mastered going outside to do their “business” – you might want to consider potty bell training. The point of this type of dog training is to get your pup to give you a signal when they’re ready to go. Some people...