Using PupPod to help with separation anxiety
by Erick Eidus
April 12, 2022
It’s a common problem of pet owners, having dogs that are distressed in their absence. Knowing how to deal with separation anxiety in dogs can be t...
How to tire out a high energy dog when the weather is bad
by Erick Eidus
March 28, 2022
Few of us are a fan of getting up in the morning to see a dark and stormy day sitting outside our window. While being stuck indoors due to bad weat...
Want to see how different breeds play with PupPod? See our doggy data!
by Erick Eidus
March 17, 2022
Do you ever wonder whether your dog’s behavior is ‘normal’?
While you can’t generalize dog personalities, there are particular traits that differ...
PupPod Trainer Network
by Erick Eidus
November 14, 2021
We want to send new clients to professional dog trainers.
The idea is simple. We've built a powerful tool for shaping behavior and addressing ma...
What to expect when moving from level 1 to level 2
by Erick Eidus
February 23, 2021
When dogs first start playing level 2, it's very common to see a lot of trial and error. It looks like dogs are being rewarded for getting lucky, but they are really learning to be more precise over time. This post explains our rational behind this controversial design decision.
Introducing Your Dog to the PupPod Rocker
by Erick Eidus
January 13, 2021
This post includes tips and tricks to introduce your dog to the PupPod Rocker. The main tip is to set everything up before introducing your dog to the game. When you first put the toy on the ground, your dog will sniff it and hopefully touch it. If that first interaction delivers a reward, your dog is much more likely to continue exploring the toy. Read the full post for step-by-step advice and instructions.
5 Tips for Playing PupPod with a Noise Sensitive Dog
by Diane Conrad
May 26, 2018
Does your dog head for the hills (or under the couch) when he hears loud or unusual sounds? If so, you’re not alone. This happens to be one of the ...
How to Create a “Doggie Stairmaster” with PupPod
by Erick Eidus
April 18, 2018
Daily walks have lots of terrific benefits for you and your dog. The fresh air. The exercise. The pee-mail!
But what about those times when a walk ...
Top Tips for PupPod Success
by Diane Conrad
March 8, 2018
Imagine someone plopped a strange object in front of you that you’d never seen before. What would you do? Some people might immediately pick it up ...
Helping A Reactive Rescue Relax
by Diane Conrad
February 13, 2018
Meet Ginny. She's a beautiful 7+ year old rescue whose breed is unknown. Ginny is a recovering reactive dog who loves agility, obedience, and trick...
Pet Tutor & PupPod Bundle: Adjusting Difficulty
by Diane Conrad
February 6, 2018
Start at Level 1
Even if your dog is ridiculously smart (and what dog isn’t?), starting at Level 1 is important so that he learns that Toy = Treat....
PupPod & Pet Tutor Bundle: Ready, Set, PLAY!
by Erick Eidus
February 4, 2018
Congratulations on giving your dog the ultimate in doggie enrichment by combining the PupPod Wobbler smart toy and the Pet Tutor treat dispenser!
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