Getting your dog to come when called is probably one of the commands that owners struggle with teaching the most. Recall training comes more naturally to some dog breeds like guarding breeds since they are used to working closely with their owners (albeit some can act pretty stubborn, paired with their strong-willed nature). You probably … Read more
Congrats on deciding that you want to bring home a new puppy! Just like you researched how to choose the right breed, you will now need to find the best breeder. Of course, you want to buy the healthiest and happiest puppy from a legitimate breeder but how do you know which breeder to trust … Read more
Separation anxiety in dogs is a well-known behavior problem for most owners. Some sources mention that 8 out of 10 dogs have experienced some anxiety symptoms before. Far too many, right? If you’re one of the 2 out of 10 that isn’t affected (yet), make sure you prevent separation anxiety from occurring in the first … Read more
An overexcited dog or puppy can be very nerve-wracking for every dog owner. It is really hard for a puppy to stay calm, especially for high-energy breeds. The sooner you start reinforcing positive behavior the better your puppy will get. Hyperactivity is totally normal in puppies and can be caused by high energy, stress, or … Read more
Neutering your dog might be among the most important health decisions you’ll ever make for your dog. First of all, what is neutering? Neutering is how dog owners commonly refer to the castration of the male dog. However, spaying a female can also be called neutering. For the sake of this debate, we’ll take both … Read more
Mastering the “Heel” command can be a game-changer for your walks and your dog’s self-control. This command is especially handy for refining leash manners, particularly with lively puppies or those with boundless energy. What Does Heel Mean? “Heel” instills the habit of walking alongside you, typically on your left side. Your dog learns to synchronize … Read more
Puppies are a whole lot of work and we want them to have the best start in life possible. When I took my first puppy home, stress caused her to have very bad diarrhea. Gladly, I could treat it at home but more severe cases can end deadly for your puppy. That’s why it’s very … Read more
When I chose a name for my female dog, the decision was quite easy. She was already named Amalia by the breeder and from the day we reserved her to the day we could bring her home, I always used that name when talking to my family and friends about her. So it became familiar … Read more
I have some good news and bad news. Can cute, tiny puppies show aggressive behavior? Yes, they can. Is true aggression common among puppies? No, it’s definitely not and what you’re worrying about is most likely not deep-rooted aggression. That being said, if your puppy is acting aggressively, that needs to be addressed during training … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Elizabeth Racine, DVM.
A limping puppy is very concerning, especially if it happens all of a sudden without any obvious reason. I know what I talk about because our Rottweiler girl started limping around at around 6 months of age and we worried a lot about her health as Rotties are prone to hip issues. We took her … Read more