Solution to a Sleepy Dog
Dogs have a variety of oddball behaviors, some cute and some not so much. “Dogs will be dogs,” but is it normal for my dog to sleep this much? Let’s look at the statistics. Dog Sleep Habits Especially for new owners, it may be surprising…
Dog diet supplements: are they safe?
We all as humans have made it quite a habit of taking regular supplements; whether for a particular condition we’re dealing with or just our overall nutrition. But what about our canine friends? Are dog diet supplements effective, necessary, and is there risk involved? Dog…
Bananas: a Dog superfood
Some readers had the question of whether or not bananas were something dogs could eat. In addition to being the perfect size for your dog’s muzzle, they’re an excellent treat and great source of potassium, fiber, and magnesium for your dog. Bananas are one of…
Aversive Dog Training and Why you Shouldn’t Do it
In dog training, there’s an ongoing debate on whether the use of aversive methods is acceptable or not. Years back, it was widely believed that for a dog to behave, there has to be a firm and dominant way of training them. This mindset introduced…
6 Tips to Stop Your Dog From Begging for Food
A dog begging for food is another behavioral problem that dow owners will surely attest to. It is a common discipline issue, that if neglected, will be difficult to overcome. We know how difficult it is to say no to your dog’s adorable face, begging…
Dog Digging: Why they do it and ways to control it
Yards and gardens have been sacrificed when your pet dog decides that he’s done with everything else and that digging is the next best thing to do. And this drives dog owners crazy. But, it’s important to know that your dog is not doing this…
Bathe Your Dog: Everything You Need to Know About Washing Your Dog
Bathing your dog at home seems like huge work, especially if you have a dog that sprints off to nowhere on the slightest mention of a bath. But bathing your dog doesn’t have to be rocket science and learning how to do it at home…
Effective Reliable Recall Tips: Training Your Dog to Come
Reliable recall is one of the most important skills your dog should learn, but this can be challenging to teach. Dogs find a lot of things interesting and when we are teaching them reliable recall, we are asking them to stop whatever they are doing…
5 Helpful Tips on How to Potty Train your Dog
Dog potty training is one of the most important things you can teach your dog. A good dog potty training routine will help you limit the damage that accidents can cause. One of the first things that you need to figure out is what sort…
Dog Aggression: What is it and how do you stop it?
Dogs with behavioral issues are already a pain to deal with, but an overly aggressive dog is particularly hard to handle. It’s no longer worrying about your dog trashing the house and breaking down vases, but it’s a constant lookout if ever they’ll attack either…
Resource Guarding in Dogs: What to do
“Don’t bother the dog when he’s eating,” is advice that dog owners hear all the time, especially new owners who’s just gotten their pups. This is based on the hunch that dogs are protective of things they want, such as food. But, should we really…
Biting Inhibition: What is it, and how to teach your puppy
Puppy bite inhibition is one of the most important things every owner needs to learn about. Dogs are naturally pack animals, and they enjoy the attention it brings them. It’s a source of power and prestige for them, and when a dog bites someone, he…
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