Decoding Your Dog (Infographic)
As all dog owners know, each and every dog has a personality completely unique to them. While dogs can’t talk (thank goodness, right!), they can still speak volumes without the ability to…
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Dog Bites: Why They Happen and What to Do
We all believe that our dogs are angels that can do no wrong, and often that is the case. Unfortunately, dogs, like all animals, can be unpredictable. While some dogs are just…
How to Protect Your Trees from Your Dog
When it comes time for your dog to put their nose to the ground and get down to business, most owners are often happy enough that their dog is about to go…
Raising Pets to Play Nice
Growing up, I remember a time when our family cat would hiss at anybody with a baseball cap and bat at people who smelled of cigarette smoke or new perfume. As he…
Figuring Out Your Feline’s Feelings
Have you ever seen a cat stretch out on its back and seemingly invite you to give her belly a rub only to end up getting a death grip of claws on…
How to Combat Destructive Chewing
Destructive chewing is a fairly common habit in dogs, and a seriously undesirable one. It is not only inconvenient for owners, but it can also be dangerous for the dog. Thankfully, destructive…
E-Training for Dogs
If you are serious about training your dog or earning the Associate Dog Trainer (ADT) Diploma or the Dog Behaviorist Diploma, you can now do it online at E-Training for Dogs. Dr.…
Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?
by Adam Cairn Have you ever seen your dog eating your lawn? Many dogs do it, some regular and some sporadic. It’s a behavior which confuses dog owners who struggle to understand…
Adopting an Older Dog?
Here’s What You Need to Know!
There are times when you inherit an older dog, accidentally or otherwise. Some may be strays you rescue from the street, others may be dogs whose owners cannot take care of them for some reason or the other, and yet others may be those you bring home from the pound. However they come into your life, looking after older dogs is a different experience from taking care of puppies. There is a tremendous need for adopting older dogs as most would opt for the puppy. You can experience much pleasure when you save an older dog from the alternative. In general, here’s what you need to know when it comes to taking care of your adopted older dog:
Canine Panic Attacks
A panic attack is an anxiety disorder that causes repeated, sudden, unexpected attacks of intense fear. These attacks may last from minutes to hours depending on what is causing the attack. People…