Housetraining will not happen overnight. It is a process, just as toddlers are toilet trained. Expect messes here and there so invest in a good amount of pet-safe detergents, cleaning supplies, and carpet cleaning products.
Read MoreIt really breaks any dog owner’s heart when two of his dogs do not get along.
Read MoreAre you one of those canine owners that upon returning home from work is greeted lavishly by your puppy or dog? Are you also one of those owners that upon finishing petting the dog ends up walking into a lake of pee?
Read MoreMaggie is a two year old Shih-Tzu that is really clingy to her owner. Her favorite hobby seems to be staying seated by her owners lap demanding constantly attention.
Read MoreThe dog was running in circles around a small tree, upon the owner calling him, the dog looked up and then went back to his favorite hobby.
Read MoreThe negative aspect about giving pills to our dogs is the fact that the poor dog lack the capability to understand that it is all done for their own good.
Read Moreour state of mind and posture will help establish leadership. Try to walk with your back up straight and with a self confident manner that suggests that you are a confident leader.
Read MoreIf you have ever been to a dog park you may have very likely witnessed the following scenario: An owner calls his dog because it is time to go and the dog totally ignores the owner and runs the other way.
Read MoreThat little puppy jumping on its owners may appear like an adorable way to greet. Most owners seem to encourage such behavior by praising and petting the cute pup.
Read MoreIf location, location, location, is the key in buying your ultimate dream home, then socialization, socialization, socialization is the key in having a dog that gets along with other dogs.
Read MoreSo that cute bundle of joy that gazed at you with languishing eyes, pleading you to be adopted has turned out to be an out-of-control rascal once in your home.
Read MoreFrom an early age, dogs should be taught that the garbage bin is off-limits. The principle is ultimately the same, just as you would keep your dog away from your food you should keep your dog away from your garbage.
Read MoreYou have just put the food bowl down and your dog is eating eagerly. As he is eating in the kitchen, you remember you have forgotten to turn off the stove burner.
Read MoreGenerally speaking, domestic dogs develop a fear of water because they have begun to associate the water with something unpleasant.
Read MoreTimid dogs have lost that special spark in their eyes, they walk with their tails between their legs and their head carried low in an overall submissive state of mind.
Read MoreOne thing most dog owners tend to forget is that dogs are pack animals. Dogs in nature have a rank order they must respect and adhere to it strictly.
Read MoreIt doesn’t take much for a dog to start running your household. However, it may take time and effort to gain back your throne and earn the respect you deserve from your canine friend.
Read MoreDog eating grass: Is your dog grazing more than sniffing around when you take him for a walk? Do you ever wonder if you own an odd member of the ruminant species instead of a canine?
Read MoreYou come home from work one day only to find out your dog kindly started some excavation work in your yard. You find out your dog dug out all your favourite flower bulbs.
Read MoreA dog chasing cars can mean serious trouble. More often than not, these dogs will be in prey drive mode and will try to catch the wheels, risking to be run over.
Read MoreDog Biting Nipping and play biting are normal occurrences in puppies. If we watch them play with their playmates, we will notice that is what they love to do all day.
Read MoreWe probably would be much more tolerant of a dog barking if we compared it with a person talking. Every time your canine companion is emitting his sharpest bark or lowest-pitched growl he is communicating his feelings just as we humans do.
Read MoreWhen summer storms approach and the abundant downpours give relief to the dog days of summer, actual dogs may be shaking and trembling out of fear.
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