Articles by Danielle Vrabel, CPDT-KA
Danielle Vrabel, CPDT-KA
Danielle Vrabel is a dog trainer who earned her CPDT-KA in 2020. Danielle is a proud pet mom of five pets: two dogs, two cats, and a corn snake. Danielle has fostered over 10 dogs and 15 cats/kittens as well as helped train shelter dogs before they are adopted. Both of Danielle’s dogs are pet therapy dogs, where she also volunteers her time helping evaluate future therapy dogs.
If they’re even interested, that is.
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behaviorHow to Potty Train a Puppy: From Pee Pad to Outside
And learn how often they have to go outside.
And learn how often they have to go outside.
And when to talk to the vet.
And why the scratching sessions seem never-ending.
It’s about more than barking.
It’s not the best thing they do by any means.
If they want some, that is.
- behavior
Why Does My Dog Lean on Me?
Cue the song, because your pup is the friend who will “help you carry on.”
Cue the song, because your pup is the friend who will “help you carry on.”
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healthAre Hydrangeas Toxic to Cats?
They make your lawn look picture-perfect, but keep your cat away. Here’s why.
They make your lawn look picture-perfect, but keep your cat away. Here’s why.
“If I fits, I sits.”
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Coconuts?
To quote Scar, “I’ve got a lovely bunch of coconuts.” But can dogs snack on them?
To quote Scar, “I’ve got a lovely bunch of coconuts.” But can dogs snack on them?
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Are Dahlias Toxic to Dogs?
They’re pretty additions to any garden, but they’re not pup-friendly.
They’re pretty additions to any garden, but they’re not pup-friendly.
It’s the saddest sound in the world.
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Reasons aside, it’s pretty darn cute.
And when will it stop?
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First step: patience.
If anything requires patience, it’s this.
It is so sweet...
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The first rule of thumb for you: patience.
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healthWhy Does My Puppy Lick My Face? (And Should They?)
And when you want to draw the line at too many kisses.
And when you want to draw the line at too many kisses.
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Or is this something you only think is happening?
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Male vs. Female Dogs: Are There Any Real Differences?
World-renowned behaviorist Patricia McConnell explains.
World-renowned behaviorist Patricia McConnell explains.
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behaviorWhen it Comes to Dog Crates, Think Outside the Literal Box
How to treat and prevent confinement anxiety.
How to treat and prevent confinement anxiety.
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You gotta start somewhere.
