The Best Way to Praise a Dog
Praise can be a highly effective way to motivate certain behaviors in your dog. Research shows that both humans and dogs are inspired to learn new skills when they receive a positive affirmation for their efforts. Praise can be given in more ways than simply verbal cues such as “Good boy!” or “Yes!” Other ways […]
The Top 5 Reasons Dogs Tilt Their Heads
If you’ve ever seen your dog cock his head to one side, you know how completely adorable it is. Though this is definitely one canine trait owners find quite cute, it’s not uncommon to wonder if there is a specific reason why your dog engages in this behavior. Is it to help him hear a […]
Why Won’t My Dog Eat Until I Get Home
Every dog owner takes pleasure in seeing their dog eat their meals with hearty gusto. If you’re headed out for a day of shopping or to work, you likely fill up your dog’s bowl to ensure he has access to adequate nutrition during your absence. However, it’s not uncommon for many owners to come home […]
Types of Dog Training
When it comes to dog training, there are many different approaches. Taking the time to understand the different methodologies is very important to ensure you select the right type of training for you and your pooch. As with people, each dog learns in his own unique way, and thus, what may work for one, may […]
Male Dogs – Can They Get Along
Unfortunately, dog fights happen, and when they do, it can be extremely scary for those looking on. Same sex aggression is a common problem seen in dogs. Male dogs are more likely to fight than females; however, the severity of a fight is far more intense between two females than two males. One of the […]
How to Train a Jack Russell Terrier
If you share your home with a Jack Russell Terrier, you know how important it is to ensure your pooch is taught proper canine manners. However, by now, you are also aware that teaching your JRT to behave like a gentleman is no easy feat. Jack Russell Terriers are highly prized for their independent, spirited […]
Will Neutering a Dog Change Its Behavior?
If you were planning on neutering or spaying your dog because it might make him or her more manageable behavior-wise, this might not be the best reason to do it. Naturally, there are many advantages to early neutering or spaying, and one of the most significant ones is that the procedure more often than not […]
The Right Way to Introduce Your Dog to a Stranger
When you’re out and about on a walk with your best canine pal, it is inevitable that you will encounter new people. Many people greet dogs with great enthusiasm; often swarming them in the hopes they can lavish them with love and affectionate pats and cuddles. While some dogs enjoy the company of strangers, others […]
Temperament Testing a Dog – What You Need to Know
The term “temperament” has become a buzz word in today’s society. Each dog is born with a unique personality that shapes who the dog is and how he reacts to certain situations. At the core of all personalities is something we call temperament. Temperament is largely genetic and is inherited from a dog’s ancestors. However, […]
How to Stop a Dog From Begging for Food at the Table
Could your dog use an upgrade to his table manners? If Fido takes pride in being by the table every time a meal is served, you well know the frustration of a pooch that begs. Begging for Food is Embarrassing Is there anything worse than sitting down to your Sunday dinner with valued guests while […]
How to Stop Your Dog from Licking Your Face
Some people love them; other people hate them, but everyone has an opinion about doggy kisses. Regardless of which camp you fall into, it’s important to teach Fido that no means no! Though you may declare yourself as firmly entrenched in the canine kiss aficionado club, people who visit your home might not, so it’s […]
How Can I Stop My Dog from Humping Other Dogs?
As much as we love our dogs; sometimes, they do things that embarrass us. While some of these habits are simply a matter of forgotten manners, others are instinctual behaviors bred into our canine companions over centuries of their history. Though we may not understand the motivation behind some of our fave pooch’s seemingly odd […]
How Do I Stop My Dog from Licking Himself in Front of Other People?
We love our dogs. They share our homes, our couches, and sometimes even our beds. Yet as much as we adore them, we can’t deny that they can get up to some embarrassing antics. Though these behaviors might perfect sense to Fido, they certainly leave us scratching our heads. When it comes to appropriate house […]
When Dogs Attack | Why Do Some Dogs Turn on their Owner
Since time immemorial, man has been sharing his home with his most loyal friend: the dog. Dogs fill our lives with joy, laughter, and unconditional love. Just the thought of life without their favorite furry friend can bring a tear to even the most stoic person’s eye. Since we are most accustomed to dogs who […]
How To Stop Your Neighbor’s Dog From Barking
If you live next door to a barking dog, you know the struggle is real. You don’t want to be “that guy.” You know the one; the guy who calls the local animal protection society on your neighbor. You’d like to work things out on your own if you could. But Fido takes to his […]