Dogs are fun pets to own. They are loyal and always cheer you up when you are down. However, you cannot be home all day. Whether for work or to run errands, there will be times when you must leave your pet at home alone. During these moments, you want a pet dog who does […]
Dogs tend to eat many things they aren’t supposed to, and it can be scary when they eat something poisonous or dangerous. It can even be gross when they decide to eat dead animals! In particular, dead frogs and toads can be dangerous to eat, depending on the type they get their paws on. There […]
Working as a doggie daycare employee can be a rewarding job, but it can also be a bit overwhelming for those who have never interacted with dogs in a large group before. Without proper knowledge about how to act around a group of dogs and what to watch out for, doggie daycare employees may miss […]
Having a dog with trust issues can be challenging in many ways. Not only does it make it difficult for the dog to be cared for by anyone other than its owner, but it also can escalate into other fear-based negative behaviors such as fear biting or incontinence. Training distrust out of a dog is […]
You may have noticed little specs of what you suspect to be flea droppings on your dog without seeing any live fleas. But why would you see one and not the other? There may be no live adult fleas on your dog, even with the presence of flea droppings. Treatment will still be necessary, as […]
Many people have heard, read, or even seen the advice to bite your dog if it bites you. Allegedly, inflicting this same tit-for-tat behavior on your dog communicates that biting is bad and prevents future biting. But this isn’t true. Biting your dog if it bites you is an ineffective correction and training method. It […]
The Alpha Roll technique of dealing with aggressive behavior in dogs has been a staple in dog training for many years. However, the technique of alpha rolling your dog has lost favor among amateur and professional dog trainers. Trainers now consider the technique dangerous for both dog owners and their dogs. There are alternatives to […]
If you have a 15-year-old dog (or older dog in general) who has stopped eating, this could be a sign of a severe underlying issue. The best way to deal with this is a visit to the vet, but there are various possible explanations for why this is happening. An older dog likely requires different […]
Widow’s peak certainly isn’t an uncommon way to describe someone’s unique hairline. But when the word is used, it’s most likely geared towards humans. So what happens when you see a canine with a similar hairline? Is it possible that dogs can have a widow’s peak? Yes, certain breeds have a widow’s peak. A dog’s […]
Dogs are great fans of playing, particularly when they’re outside. When you’re out with your dog, you will most likely engage in a fun game of fetch. Dogs love to use sticks during fetch, and also as chew toys. If you dog eats a stick, wood splinters may hurt their mouth and throat either by […]
