A blog from the Chicago Canine Academy.

Dog's Big Life.

A dog's life is a fraction of ours. We believe in making it a big, whole chunk of life. We write about the importance of training, safety, nutrition, and all around fun with all of the adorable dog content you can handle.

Raising Canine

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The Importance of Training Small Dogs

Training is just as crucial for small dogs as it is for larger breeds. Establishing good behavior, enhancing safety, and strengthening the bond are key reasons to train your small dog.

Raising Canine

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Does your dog need daycare?

Let’s face it: our dogs are like our children. They are essential family members that make our lives better.

Raising Canine

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Reasons your dog is drinking more water than normal.

With the weather finally warming up, it is once again possible to take our dogs outside without bundling up in our winter gear.

Raising Canine

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How to help a dog with Food Aggression

Once you suspect that your dog may have food aggression, you will want to start implementing training techniques to sway the behaviors.

Raising Canine

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What if my dog doesn't get along with my kids?

What if your dog loves being around you and other dogs, but when it comes to children, the two just don’t get along...

Raising Canine

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Dog Daycare Vs. Petsitters

If you are going on a trip and leaving your pup behind for the first time, you may be wondering if you should invest in dog daycare in Chicago or hire a local pet sitter...

Raising Canine

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Helping Your Dog with Back to School Blues

Now that September is officially here, many kids are heading back to school to take on the new year...