Dogs

Training a puppy can be a challenging task and when you have a puppy that is strong-willed, it can be even harder. Puppies inherently look for a pack leader to follow. If the puppy enters a home...

We love our dogs to pieces. They bring us such joy and love, but as wonderful as they are we can expect them to make mistakes. They are not perfect and although calm,positive reinforcement is a...

The easiest way to potty train a puppy is using "behavior capture" which focuses on praising the puppy when he practices the behavior you want. This is easy, as the puppy has a natural...

A Gentle Leader is a training device designed to prevent dogs from pulling and tugging on their leach. It also reinforces proper healing and behavior when walking, especially in an urban...

Afghan Hounds are notoriously difficult to train. The dogs originally were bred in and near Afghanistan, and were used to hunt a variety of animals, including hares, jackals, wolves and leopards....

When a dog shows its teeth, it's usually a sign of aggression. Showing its teeth may be a strong indicator that a dog is about to bite. This type of behavior in dogs can be detrimental for the dog...

Pit bulls often get a bad rap. Dogs are not born "bad," and that statement is just as true for this notorious breed as it is for the Labrador retriever or poodle. The pits who fight, bite and hurt...

When you bring a new puppy into your home, you are bringing in a little ball of fun and entertainment. You may be surprised to learn that your puppy loves to chew, and your hands are not exempt...

Dogs and cats may exhibit jealousy toward any other individual who takes your attention away from them. This jealousy may extend to spouses, boyfriends and girlfriends, babies and even other pets....

Canine fear of thunderstorms can include an irrational fear of the noise the storm produces as well as strong reactions to lightening, changes in barometric pressure and, even, smells associated...

If your dog could talk, there would be no question or misunderstanding about his or her wants or needs. However, your dog is actually quite capable of telling you a great deal, even without the...

One of the biggest challenges dog owners have with training a new dog is to train it to obey commands, including the word "no." The entire process is a matter of repetition and positive...

Aggressive dogs can bite humans at any time for any reason. If it's your dog, it's important to take action immediately because aggressive behavior usually just gets worse if nothing is done to...

Dogs are pack animals and need a leader; the alpha male. If someone doesn't step up to that position, they will. You must take charge, lead and be in control. We love our pets and want to enjoy...

Dogs can make great additions to a family and provide unparalleled companionship. Caring for a dog takes more than just making sure it has food and water. Understanding your dog's behavior is key...

A dog who bites may do so for one of several reasons. If the dog is still a puppy, she may not know any better, and it is time to start training her. Older dogs who bite are prone to do so because...

The key to stopping your dog from digging in your flowerbed--or anywhere else for that matter--is to determine why your dog is digging in the first place. Digging is a natural behavior for dogs,...

Pets are important to many people. Most pet owners cherish their animals so much that they see their dogs or cats as members of the family. Therefore, it is painful to deal with the passing of a...

Training your dog to behave properly in both your family and work life is essential. Since dogs learn by repetition, patience will be your strongest tool in training your dog. Familiarizing him...

Dog aggression is a very common problem among many dog owners. Sometimes it can be extremely difficult to find ways to deal with your dog's aggression. You may love your pet too much to get rid of...

Having problems with you dog or cat counter surfing or jumping on the table? Dogs and cats are by nature scavengers and thieves. It has been in their genes for thousands of years. Most...

Working out a dog's behavior problem takes time and patience. Your dog is doing what comes naturally to him. The problem didn't spring up overnight, so don't expect the fix to be quick. Even so,...

Usually a dog's bark is far worse than his bite, but nobody wants to find out for sure. Growling, snarling, snapping, and biting are all aggressive behaviors. Any behavior meant to intimidate...

Dogs who display aggression are all too often simply labeled as "bad dogs." But aggression has a root cause, and finding and eliminating its source can help curb your pet's belligerent behavior....

Many people prefer female dogs because they believe a male dog will urinate on their furniture. This is actually a myth and, with the right tools, you can retrain your dog to stop the behavior...

For most people, the hardest part of having a puppy is teaching them how to use the bathroom outside. Potty training can be a hard, messy process. Unsure of the proper technique, people can spend...

People love their dogs and part of that love is not only providing for them with good food and a loving home, but watching out for symptoms which could be indicative of a problem. Catching health...

A dogs survival instinct encourages him to repeat actions that are pleasurable and satisfying and to avoid actions that have no response or a negative one. This knowledge allows their handlers to...

Dogs jump at the door due to overexcitement, to assert dominance or because the behavior is rewarded. Locking the dog in another room as a correction simply results in damage to a different door....

Walking your dog is important in order to reduce behavior problems and to optimize growth and development. But how often do you need to walk a dog? Read on to find out how often you need to walk a...

Some dogs experience anxiety much like humans do. Dogs can either be anxious by nature or anxiety can be triggered by a trauma. It's important to identify what causes anxiety in your dog to...

Sometimes our pets inherit a disposition that is not very accommodating and can actually become very dangerous to others. You may feel helpless in controlling this pet. Although he is not...

Trying to stop a dog from whining can seem like a never ending task, especially when your dog is very young or has been adopted at an older age and wasn’t properly trained by its previous owners. ...

Nibbling behavior in dogs is common. There are several reasons that a dog nibbles: age, boredom, comfort and affection. Dogs also nibble as a grooming behavior and is natural.

Dogs need regular physical and mental workouts to keep them healthy and happy. Depriving your dog of these activities can result in health problems or destructive behaviors due to boredom,...

Dogs display aggressive behavior for a variety of reasons. They may feel a person or animal has encroached upon their territory or is threatening them, or they may be jealous of another animal or...

Adding a dog to your family is a life changing decision. When you bring home a cute little puppy, you might have the desire to spoil him. While letting him sleep on the sofa or jump on visitors...

Startle or aversion tactics correct a dog that is misbehaving at times when the owner is not present to intervene. These tactics work by stopping behavior with sudden, loud or unpleasant sound or...

To correct your dog's behavior problems, it is important to understand why they are occurring. The companion dog is descended from wild animals and has been bred for hundreds of years to possess...

Clicker training relies on positive reinforcement. Like most animals, dogs learn better when rewarded for taking an action, called a "behavior," rather than being punished for something that they...

Stool eating in dogs, called coprophogy, is undesirable but not abnormal. Many other types of animals engage in this behavior. The exact reason why dogs eat poop is unknown, but there are many...

Do you need to teach your dog something? Like how to sit or shake? Follow theses steps and with some practice and patients results will follow!

Owning a dog brings with it responsibility. Taking care of a dog is much like taking care of a child. You have to teach them how to do things. You have to make sure they are fed well. And you have...

Clicker training is an obedience training method that uses a clicker to reinforce positive behaviors and discourage negative behaviors. The method is based on B.F. Skinner's operant conditioning...

The puppy or dog that seemed so cute at the shelter or pet store may seem a bit less appealing once it starts destroying everything in the house. There are several ways to stop dogs from chewing...

Canine depression can be treated naturally or with a prescription. It's true that dogs can get depressed, but they can't share their feelings and talk about their problems like humans. If you...

Puppies are cute, fun and full of joy, but they can also be a handful if they are not trained properly. Start your training immediately and remember to exercise patience. By following the correct...

Clicker training is when you use a small toy that makes a clicking sound combined with positive reinforcement to train your dog. Use the clicker, along with a special dog treat, to show the dog he...

Many people think about getting a dog, and at such time only the good things that come along with having a dog come to mind. But dogs are really hard work, they are like kids! The grooming, the...

My husband and I have been having problems for quite awhile. Lately, it has gotten worse. There has been a lot of fighting and we are seriously considering getting a divorce. Our once “perfect”...