Posts by Cynthia Okimoto | New York Dog Nanny

Dog Advice Puppies Training

Basic Dog Training Tips For New Dog Owners

The difference between having a well-trained dog and a disobedient dog is night and day and can make a huge difference to your entire life. A well-trained dog can amplify all the benefits of dog ownership, lower stress and anxiety,…

Cynthia OkimotoMay 7, 2021

Dog Advice Products & Accessories

Pet Portraits from Photographs

We all love our pets and would like them to be around as long as possible. Time is a thief and your pet will likely pass on before you do, but that does not mean you can’t remember them fondly…

Cynthia OkimotoMay 6, 2021

Dog Advice Products & Accessories

15 Brilliant Gifts for Bulldog Lovers

Do you have a bulldog you love at home? Do you know someone who's absolutely obsessed with bulldogs? How could anyone not be? Those cute scrunched faces and stubby legs are hard not to love! With so much love to…

Cynthia OkimotoMay 6, 2021

Dog Advice LifeStyle

Working From Home With Your Pets: Merits, Demerits, & Tips To Consider

The last year has changed the way we used to live and work. Today, millions of people are working from home due to the travel restrictions enforced and due to health and safety reasons. Apparently, the individuals who own pets…

Cynthia OkimotoMay 3, 2021

Dog Advice

How to Help Your Dog Adjust to Spending More Time Alone

Perhaps no one has been happier with you spending a majority of your time at home than your dog. For more than a year, your best friend has been spoiled in that they have rarely been left home alone. Instead…

Cynthia OkimotoMay 1, 2021

Dog Advice LifeStyle

How to Help Your Dog Adjust to NYC Apartment Living

Adjusting to NYC apartment living is a challenge in and of itself. Add a dog to the equation, and you've got yourself a real conundrum. However, just because something seems tricky at first, it doesn't mean it's impossible. Naturally, every…

Cynthia OkimotoApril 30, 2021

Dog Advice

Everything You Need To Know About German Shorthaired Pointers

The German shorthaired pointer (GSP) was bred to be a hunter as well as a friend, and they are extremely accomplished at both tasks. These lovable, active and energetic dogs are quickly becoming a beloved breed, even rivaling the labrador…

Cynthia OkimotoApril 30, 2021

Breeds Dog Advice LifeStyle

Incredible Jobs Dogs Do Other Than Being Furry Friends

Have you ever wondered about the different jobs dogs do? Dogs are one of the most popular companion animals in the United States. About 63.4 million households own at least one dog. Most dogs will stay by your side at…

Cynthia OkimotoApril 29, 2021

Dog Advice Puppies Training

7 Dog Breeds That Are Easy to Train (and a Few That Are Not)

We’ve been sharing our living spaces with dogs for thousands of years. According to stats, US dog owners spend approximately $50 billion on their pets each year‌. We all agree there’s nothing better than seeing that ball of fur running toward…

Cynthia OkimotoApril 28, 2021

Dog Advice Puppies

Are Bernedoodles Hypoallergenic?

What Is A Bernedoodle? To put it simply, a bernedoodle is a mixed dog breed developed by breeders with Bernese mountain dog and Poodle Dog. The breeders mix a standard, miniature, or a tiny poodle to create a bernedoodle. For…

Cynthia OkimotoApril 27, 2021

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