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How To Reduce Stress & Anxiety In Dogs
Tips On Reducing Stress and Anxiety In DogsDogs are intelligent animals and feel a range of emotions, not too dissimilar to humans. Research shows that various mental health disorders can be found in
Continue readingWhy Did Dogs Evolve Tails & What Do Their Movements Mean?
1. Why Don't Humans Have Tails?We all love dogs: they are a part of our everyday lives. They are our best friends, most admired companions and considered members of our families. But dogs are not humans:
Continue readingWhat Should You Do If A Dog Attacks You Or Another Dog?
Dog bites are known to be lethal as they can cause injury and serious infection to a person or another dog. The bites can range anywhere from small punctures in your skin to deep flesh wounds. A dog is
Continue reading3 Ideas To Stop Dog’s Whining, Growling & Biting
1. How To Stop A Dog GrowlingIf you are a dog owner, no doubt you love your pet dearly, but perhaps you have some behavioral problems with him or her. One of the most common problems with dogs is growling
Continue readingCanines and the City: 3 Steps to House-train Your City Dog!
Many more city dwellers are choosing to have dogs as pets. The city can be a fun place for your pooch but does not come without its challenges. Here, we look at house-training puppies in the city and three
Continue readingChoose The Best Trainer or Training Course for Your Dog
Do dogs need a specialist trainer to help them learn all the essentials of behavior and socialization? Dogs are mostly kept as pets in the house so it becomes essential to train the dog and make it learn
Continue readingSeparation Anxiety in Dogs: 5 Causes & 5 Treatments
Separation Anxiety is a fear/anxiety-based behavior in dogs. It is a common dog problem that can affect any dog breed at any age. They basically are afraid (anxious to the point of panic) about being left
Continue readingNaughty Dogs…Stop Jumping! Stop Chewing! Stop Digging!
You love your furry friend but he can be rather naughty sometimes! Three of his favorite naughty games to play are jumping, chewing and digging. Sound familiar? These behaviors are all rooted in his canine
Continue reading10 Chill Out Tips For Angry Dogs
It’s important to realize that any dog is capable of biting under certain circumstances. It’s a myth that only vicious dogs bite.Understanding Dog AggressionFortunately, aggression is often predictable,
Continue reading3 Tried & Tested Training Tips For Your Small Dog
Your small dog has specific training requirements that can help him become a happy and healthy companion. From choosing the right leash, dog collar and even considering a muzzle, there are many ways to
Continue readingDog Bark Collars: Cruel or Kind?
What is known as a bark or shock collar can seem excessive to some in training their dogs to minimize their barking. However, many believe that there are many benefits to these collars when used correctly.Keeping
Continue readingIs Your Pup Used to Being Home Alone?
At some point in your dog’s life, he is likely to be left at home on his own. If you left Scamp tomorrow for a while, what would be the result? Chewed furniture? Neighbors complaining about barking
Continue readingHow To Choose, Adopt & Train Your Puppy
What To Expect From Those First DaysIt is important in your puppy’s first days that you understand what to expect from your puppy. You have to remember that in these early days that your puppy has no
Continue reading4 Ways of Training Your Dog or Puppy For Different Purposes
#1: Potty Training4 Important RulesDog potty training, otherwise known as dog house training or housebreaking a dog, is something many dog owners face with fear and anxiety. The dog training advice you
Continue readingTechniques For Training Your Dog On A Leash
Since dog training must be approached within the context of the overall dog-owner-relationship, don’t expect the techniques you’re learning to guarantee perfect performance in your dog unless you correct
Continue readingHow to Raise Your Puppy to be a Balanced Dog
Modify Your Dog’s BehaviorWhile obedience training goes a long way to giving you a well-behaved dog, it doesn’t always solve or prevent all behavior issues. By working on your dog’s behavior
Continue readingHow to Stop Your Dog Digging Your Garden Up!
Why Do Dogs Dig In The First Place?Different Schools of ThoughtThere are two very different opinions when it comes to dogs and their digging habits. At one end of the spectrum, you have those who believe
Continue readingHow to Stop Your Dog Barking
Figuring Out Why A lot of people don’t want their dogs to bark. At all. They think that a well-behaved dog shouldn’t bark. That the only acceptable time for their dog to bark is when a man in a balaclava
Continue readingWhy Do Dogs Play Bite & Nip?
The Difference in Right & Wrong BehaviorWhen it comes to training your new puppy, you need to learn to associate good behaviors in one group and wrong behaviors in another group, then setting a group
Continue readingHow Do You Potty Train A Puppy & Stop Them Eating Poop?
Getting a new pet puppy is an exciting experience that can quickly turn sour if you’re not prepared for the next challenge: house training. Not many pet owners can cope with a pup whom you have to constantly
Continue readingHow To Calm A Dog Down When He’s Being Aggressive
Aggressive behavior is the number-one reason why pet parents seek professional help from dog trainers and veterinarians. But the term “aggressive” can mean a whole bunch of things ranging from rigid
Continue reading7 Reasons & 7 Ways To Stop Your Dog Barking At the Postman
Why do dogs bark at strangers? It’s a question you probably ask yourself whenever the postman comes around and gets an earful from your furry friend. It can get quite irritating too and in extreme cases,
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