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Pet of the Month: Junie
Meet Junie, a happy, curious, and slightly spoiled pup who’s almost a year old. After three homes in her first six months, she found her forever mom, a rescue volunteer who planned to rehome her and decided to adopt her instead. Training helped her beat separation anxiety, though behind the fence she still tests her boundaries.
Partnership, Not Dominance: Rethinking How We Train
Professional dog trainer Lola Handzel makes the case for positive reinforcement over the “crank and yank” dominance methods she grew up with in the ’80s. Backed by the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, reward-based training builds safety, trust, and two-way communication. It takes patience, but it works better. A simple place to start: make play training, and training play.
Your Dog Won’t Stop Barking, But Have You Tried Saying Thank You?
Professional dog trainer Lola Handzel explains why dogs bark and why yelling “quiet” rarely works. After ruling out medical causes and boosting enrichment, try acknowledging the alert: say “OK, thank you,” mark the moment of quiet, and reward your dog away from the trigger. With timing, patience, and consistency, the barking fades.
Pet of the Month: Jiji
Meet Jiji, Office Manager Extraordinaire and Chief Morale Officer at Lotus Accounting and Tax. She supervises daily operations, provides companionship and comic relief through the long hours of tax season, and reminds everyone to take a break. Off the clock, she trades management for athletic competition as a competitive Corgi Racer.
Ten Practical Tips to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on the Leash
UH dog trainer Lola Handzel offers ten practical tips for ending leash pulling, from harness gear to direction changes and high-value treats.
Apartment Living with Dogs: Tips from Your UH Neighbors
From noise complaints to elevator etiquette and off-leash rules, UH neighbors share tips for responsible dog ownership in apartment living.
Fake Service Dogs Cause Real Harm
Part III of Lola Handzel’s service dog series explains why falsely presenting a pet as a service dog harms disabled people and legitimate teams.
Pet of the Month: Toast
Toast is this month’s Pet of the Month, with a special salute to the neighbors who stepped up to care for her while her human recovered.
Pet of the Month: Charlie
Meet Charlie, an 11-year-old pup whose resilience and joyful spirit have captured the hearts of the University Heights community.
Pet of the Month: Meet Pearl, the Five-Year-Old Morkie Who Runs the House
Pearl is a five-year-old Morkie who loves her mama, toys, bubbles, and staying home. Submit your pet's photo to be featured in an upcoming edition!
Part I: To Be, or Not to Be, a Service Dog - Understanding ADA Requirements
Learn the differences between service dogs, emotional support animals, and therapy dogs under ADA law, plus the specialized training and rights of each type.
Pets of the Month: Billy & Moses
Meet Billy and Moses, two playful brothers who love chasing laser lights and watching the world go by from their window perch. Gentle and affectionate, these University Heights cats share a home with Missy, a former Pet of the Month—though they prefer admiring her from a safe distance.
The Scoop on Dog Poop: How to Be a Better Neighbor
Picking up after your dog isn’t just polite—it’s the law. Whether in a park, on a sidewalk, or in your own yard, cleaning up every time keeps University Heights clean, safe, and neighborly. A little responsibility goes a long way toward keeping our community welcoming for everyone.
Pet of the Month: Hunter the Service Dog in Training
Hunter, a 5-month-old Labrador, is being trained as a mobility service dog by UH residents Mary and Andy Lange with Pawsitive Teams.
May I Pet Your Dog? Safety Tips for UH Residents
Lola Handzel offers guidance on safely interacting with dogs in UH, reminding residents to respect canine body language and boundaries.
Tips for Handling Reactive Dogs
Dog trainer Lola Handzel offers advice for UH pet owners on understanding and managing reactive dog behavior during walks.
Leash Laws and Common Sense: A UH Guide to Dog Etiquette
Understanding dog leash rules in UH and why good pet behavior protects neighbors, pets, and public parks.
Pet of the Month: Boji
This lovable pitbull is winning hearts across University Heights with his sea-otter charm and slobbery kisses.
Foxtails Are Back—Here’s How to Protect Your Pets
These common weeds are dangerous for dogs and cats.
Building Better Dog Etiquette in UH
Lola Handzel shares her story and how improving dog etiquette can benefit everyone in UH—whether you’re a dog lover or not.