Pet Harmony

03/09/2025

When a dog bite happens, emotions run high—fear, guilt, anger, confusion. For over two decades, attorney Mike Agruss has stood beside clients navigating those stressful moments, advocating not just for their rights, but for a fair and nuanced approach that considers both people and dogs.

In our latest podcast episode, Mike shares how his own dog bite experience shaped his empathetic yet effective legal work, why insurance is a critical but often overlooked safety net, and the simple steps that can prevent life-changing incidents.

We dig into dog bite statistics, what they do—and don’t—tell us, common misunderstandings about “dangerous breeds,” and the intersection of legal advocacy, prevention, and responsible pet guardianship. If you live with dogs, work with dogs, or love dogs, this episode will shift the way you think about safety, liability, and advocacy.

Episode 130 is now available on Enrichment For The Real World Podcast. Tune in on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you podcast

🔗 https://petharmonytraining.com/episode130

30/08/2025

Leaving your dog in the car isn't always dangerous! Save and use this quick checklist to decide if it’s safe.

29/08/2025

Want to understand your dog’s anxiety, fear, and reactivity better? Listen to our latest podcast episode, All About Anxiety in Dogs, where we break down what’s really going on and share tips to help your furry friend feel calm and safe.

Tune in now to episode 129 of the Enrichment For The Real World Podcast! Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you podcast!

🔗 https://petharmonytraining.com/episode129/

28/08/2025

Did you know? There are tons of indoor enrichment activities that aren’t just “busywork” but truly satisfying for your dog!

Check out this blog for all the ideas:

Many thanks to Rebecca Najarian (Dogs Plus Love) and Clark for eating cold snacks for the cover image! 📸 It’s Too Hot for That Walk, Now What? Summer, for me, is often a double edged sword. We are finally getting some sunny, warm days to enjoy out and about, but it doesn’t take much for […]

27/08/2025

If someone tells you your dog's anxiety is just how the dog is because of their breed, that is not true. Anxiety and reactivity are not determined by breed!

If you have an anxious dog, our newest episode clears up the most common misunderstandings about anxiety in dogs and gives you the tools to actually help!

Topics covered:
🐾 The difference between anxiety, fear, and reactivity
🐾 Why breed stereotypes don’t dictate destiny
🐾 How to tell if your dog’s “happy” behavior might actually be stress in disguise

"Episode 129: All About Anxiety In Dogs" is now available on Enrichment For The Real World Podcast. Tune in on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you podcast!

🔗 https://petharmonytraining.com/episode129/

23/08/2025

Just because it’s hot outside doesn’t mean your dog has to be stuck inside doing nothing. With a little creativity, you can bring their favorite outdoor games indoors and keep them active, happy, and cool. Try the flirt pole for a fun, safe way to play even on the hottest days!

21/08/2025

"Creating a cooling space for dogs and other pets is an important part of your dog’s summertime enrichment strategy. Both indoors and out, we’re able to look at small adjustments that may make a big difference for the health, safety, and comfort of our dogs, pets, and even maybe us!"

Check out our blog for tips on making cooling spaces:

Not Every Day Is a Walk in the Park Y’all. It. Is. Hot. I’ve been watching heat advisories crop up all over the country, some of which are lasting a week or more. I’m lucky because both my dogs and I love the heat. When it is 80 out, we’re living our best lives. In […]

20/08/2025

We've said it before and we'll say it again: walks are NOT the only way to exercise your dog and meet their needs!

In this week's podcast episode, Emily shares practical, low-effort indoor activities that meet your dog’s enrichment needs when going outside just isn’t safe.

Topics covered:
🐾 How to turn your dog’s favorite outdoor activities into equally fulfilling indoor options,
🐾 How to tweak and test your ideas to find what actually works for your pup
🐾 Why chaos goblin play is a valid enrichment strategy

Episode 128 is now available on Enrichment For The Real World Podcast. Tune in on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you podcast!

17/08/2025

One thing we really believe in is working smarter, not harder, especially when it comes to meeting your pet’s needs.

Enrichment should never feel like a chore. If it does, that’s a good sign it might be time to tweak your setup or routine. Small changes can make a huge difference. Maybe it's moving supplies to a more accessible spot, prepping things in batches, or finding a new way to store toys that actually makes you want to use them.

The goal is to make enrichment feel easy and even fun for you and your pet. You don’t need to do more. You just need to make what you’re already doing work better for you. When the process feels smooth, it’s way more likely to stick. That means your pet gets more consistent enrichment without it draining your time or energy.

So don’t be afraid to experiment, simplify, or switch things up. The easier it is for you, the more enjoyable it will be for everyone!

16/08/2025

If you have experienced any moments of guilt or regret with your dog because you feel like it's your fault, I hope you remember that you were doing your best with the knowledge that you had at the time.

Take a deep breath. Forgive yourself.

Be excited knowing that you're going to do better in the future!

15/08/2025

"As average summer temperatures continue to rise around the world, so do incidents of heat related illnesses (in humans and pets), the most serious of which is heatstroke."

Read this week's blog on the truth about heatstroke and learn what warning signs to look for:

Special thanks to Dr. Colleen Quinn of Quinn Veterinary Clinic & Behavior Center! Content warning: Discussions of serious medical conditions that can result in death. Disclaimer: This blog is not medical advice. Read that again. If your dog exhibits behaviors that are out of the ordinary after being...