I think we are all used to a certain level of companionship when it comes to our furry friends – most dogs just naturally like to be around us and involve themselves in whatever we are doing. That’s part of what makes them such good buddies to have around! But sometimes our dogs can suddenly …
We all love our dogs and our dogs love us right back, and they like to show it in many different ways. They wag their tails while you are around, they lick our faces and try to share their toys with us so we can participate in their joy. While it’s pretty clear what your …
Why Does My Dog Dig On Me? (With Explanations and Solutions!) Read More »
Most of us see our pets as part of our family – we treat them as such and assume they will be loving and gentle with each family member. So when your pet snaps at a baby or small child, it can seem to come out of the blue and be so uncharacteristic of their …
So you’ve just picked up your dog from doggy daycare, a whimsical and magical place where puppies get to roam and have essential social interactions with other dogs. They should be loving it, right? But after picking them up, your dog just isn’t giving off normal vibes. They might seem anxious, stressed, whiney, more energetic or even …
In a perfect world, all of our furry friends would have been properly socialized at a young age. But life can have different plans, and not all dogs are fortunate enough to have grown up in a positive environment where socialization was encouraged and fostered. If you’ve made it to this page, you are probably …
Have you tried everything when it comes to potty training your dog and feel like you’ve reached a breaking point? Does your dog wander around outside, doing nothing, and then relieve themselves inside the first chance they get, or when you are out of view? These are oftentimes puppies, but they can be older dogs too …
The Last Resort For Potty Training a Stubborn Dog Read More »
Protecting what’s important to you – I think we can all relate to that. Whether it’s family, a treasured keepsake, or even something as simple as your favorite snack. This is precisely what resource guarding is in dogs. They are trying to protect that which is close to them, but sometimes they can take things …
How To Stop A Dog From Resource Guarding a Favorite Human Being Read More »
Aggression from an unfamiliar dog is frightening, and an unaccompanied one may be even more so. It takes most pet owners by surprise when their beloved family dog suddenly exhibits aggressive behaviors towards them. If you’ve known your dog for a while and have grown accustomed to their personality, sudden changes in temperament can be …
For new pet owners, a biting puppy may seem like a cause for alarm. Biting is usually seen as a sign of aggression in most canines, and if you have no prior experience raising puppies, this may seem like the case with yours as well. However, let us reassure you that puppy biting is completely …
Why’s My 4-Month-Old Puppy Biting – And How To Mitigate The Behavior? Read More »
Ouch! You exclaim as your dog nips your hand, again. Just as you go to scold your dog, the thought crosses your mind – why am I the only one getting hurt? You realize your partner never seems to have these issues – your dog is a well behaved angel when your husband or boyfriend …
8 FREE TO PLAY Brain Games for your Puppy or Dog
