Feel like you’re getting too much sleep or things are a little too lazy around the house?  It might be a sign that you need a brand new...

Enrichment is a key part of each dog’s life and is defined by participating in activities that stimulate their mind, senses, and natural...

As Thanksgiving approaches, the aroma of delicious dishes fills the air, and families gather to celebrate and give thanks. While it's...

Dressing up your furry friend in adorable costumes can be a delightful experience for both you and your dog. However, it's essential to...

How To Help Your Dog Master Impulse Control: Teaching a Release Word Training your dog to engage and listen to commands is an essential...

Going out on the water can be an amazing experience for you and your pup! But some small prep ahead of time can make the experience much...

Some days in dog rescue are just tough. You get tired of answering the phones to an endless borage of requests to save dogs that have...

In a heartwarming tale of resilience and compassion, a poodle named Floyd has overcome incredible odds to find love, care, and a forever...

Are you stressed out thinking about the upcoming fireworks?? Are you already busy planning your trip to the vet for medication or...

Dogs can typically be potty trained within a few days of being in your house with the right level of consistency, patience, and rewards! ...

We've got an exciting pup-date from Big Paws of the Ozarks!! We are thrilled to announce that our organization has reached a significant...

Big Paws of the Ozarks was founded in 2016 with a dream and passion for animal welfare. Since then our paw-print grew from a toy breed to...

A Day in the Life of a Board and Train Dog Have you ever wondered what life is like for a dog in our board and train program? We know...

Christian has been surrounded by dogs his entire life. Almost all of which have been rescues of one form or another. In 2018 he got his...

Wow oh wow! First, we are eternally grateful for our donors and followers who support us day in and day out. We appreciate you so much!...

Like all of the Big Paws Pack, Paul is a big dog fan. In 2017, he applied for a job with a local dog training company at the urging of a...

Big Paws of the Ozarks has an exciting update for Big Paws Academy! In January 2023, we’re expanding our dog training services through...

We are thrilled to announce the hiring of Matt Newton, to lead the expansion of our dog training program at Big Paws Academy Meet Matt...

What Are E-Collars and Are They Safe to Use E-collars are commonly used in balanced dog training methods. Balanced training means that...

If your dog makes you happy and you know it, give your dog a treat! Something about those happy tails create the ultimate serotonin...