Category: Dog Behaviour and Training

Dogs can develop the urge to dig at any time in their life: it could be a habit they had since childhood or something that occurs later in adulthood. Learn about what drives dogs to dig to determine how to stop a dog from digging. The occasional scuffle in the ground isn’t a problem, but digging as a repetitive habit can be destructive behavior. If you don’t stop digging early on, your yard and home can be seriously damaged, and it will be more difficult to train your dog not…

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Changes in your home environment can be a stressful time for the whole family, and often people forget that this includes your dog as well. Some dogs are very sensitive to change and may react negatively to a change in their schedule, which can lead to them showing symptoms of stress in dogs, such as: While chewing your furniture or using the toilet in your house. Here, we understand how difficult these changes can be. Whether you’re going through a breakup and deciding who’s going to get the dog, or…

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Your dog’s tail is an invaluable means of communication. Long, short, curly, or straight, dog tails serve as an indicator of how they’re feeling. It is common knowledge that a wagging tail means a happy dog, but this is not always the case. Dogs use their entire body to communicate, so you will often need to look at the rest of their body Body language and the situation they are in to understand how they really feel. We created this handy guide to explain why dogs wag their tails and…

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Dog wheezing is a very common behavior that often occurs when your dog is cooling off on a hot day or after an exciting play session. This behavior is generally normal and not a cause for concern. However, there are a few instances where dog wheezing can indicate something more serious. You may be wondering about the various reasons dogs gasp. That’s why we created this article on how to wheeze in dogs and the top reasons your four-legged friend might do it. Why do dogs pant? When dogs gasp…

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Does your dog offer sloppy wet kisses left and right? Whether you’re excited, upset, or slightly concerned, you surely have the same burning question on your mind: Why do dogs lick everything in sight? Why Do Dogs Lick? There are many reasons a dog will lick you – you might be showing affection or getting your attention. It can also be a sign of stress and anxiety. Dog licking may seem simple, but it’s such a complex behavior with so many different meanings. And if you’re concerned that your dog…

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You are undoubtedly proud of the unbreakable bond between you and your dog. You’re used to them frantically wagging their tails just because they’re happy to see you. They find they dutifully follow everywhere as if knowing that you are safe is their only work in life. However, this close bond must be broken from time to time. You know that. Your dog probably doesn’t. Because of this, a very everyday evening with friends for you can turn into dramatic hours for your dog who doesn’t understand where you’ve gone…

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“Ok, Luna, it’s 2020 and it’s time to talk about resolutions. You will be marching the streets with me every day so I can measure exactly how many calories you’ve burned. They’ll be the goodies you love because although we’re grateful we didn’t have to use the vacuum cleaner during the celebrations, it didn’t help your waistline. You will get organized and stop leaving your toys all over the house. You will stop scolding other dogs when you’re in the car. It’s a bad habit you’ve gotten into. As of…

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What many people don’t realize is that the coarse, long whiskers on a dog’s face actually serve an important purpose. In fact, some dog owners try to cut off dog whiskers because they think they look messy. Also known as whiskers, these dog whiskers have a variety of uses and can help your dog navigate the world around them. They help your dog in many aspects of his life and can even guide him in the dark and help him figure out the sizes of various objects! Read on to…

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