Upon researching whether or not dogs actually protect us in our sleep, I stumbled across interesting studies. But research aside, let’s focus on what most dog owners think for a moment. Judging by various forums and owners I’ve talked to, we certainly want to believe our pups are fierce protectors. Your furry friend would certainly … Read more
I’ve been there with my female Rottweiler. At some point, there will be somebody who will have something to say about your Rottie’s body. You’re either confronted with the misconception that every Rottie needs to be buff and bulky and thus yours must be too skinny. Or you’ll be confronted by well-meaning dog owners who … Read more
As dogs approach the end of their life, their behavior and demeanor might change. One of these changes can include seeking out the water bowl more often. The reasons for increased thirst are plentiful and range from milder medical issues to serious underlying conditions. It’s advised not to interpret standalone symptoms when it comes to … Read more
Anal gland issues in dogs are nasty, not just due to the foul smell invading your nostrils. It’s even more unpleasant for your dog, considering the most common way for (sometimes temporary) relief is expressing the anal sacs. Estimates of affected dogs range from 4.9-15.7%. Another study found that among nearly 4,000 dogs, anal sac … Read more
Snapping is widely known as aggressive behavior and it is more than understandable that you are quite concerned after your dog snapped at you for the first time. This can happen quite suddenly and seemingly out of the blue. There are many causes that could have led up to this event and it’s important to … Read more
Bringing home a new pup is an exciting time. If you have an older dog, they’ll be more active again and the pup will learn from them. That thinking quickly goes out the window if household harmony is under threat. Sometimes the older dog doesn’t accept a pup, but other times the puppy seems to … Read more
Dogs need to be disciplined after fighting, right? Well, not exactly. Owners whose dogs have instigated or joined a fight might feel like their dog needs a drill on the good ol’ doggy manners 101. While it’s completely right to start training after a fight, it’s not as easy telling your dog what (not) to … Read more
It’s incredibly sad and concerning to witness an older dog attacking the new puppy. After all, you’ve probably introduced the pup in part hoping that your current dog will benefit too. Canines don’t like being alone, right? Well, some do. But many do enjoy the company and yet they still act seemingly hostile toward a … Read more
You burst with excitement. Finally that puppy you’ve dreamed of. Or maybe you were finally able to rescue a poor soul from the shelter like you thought you would when you were younger. But now it hits you like a truck. Or maybe it was bubbling beneath the surface for a long time. Maybe you’ve … Read more
What might start out as an offensive odor can turn out to be a troubling medical issue. We’re not just talking about wet dog smell or bad doggy breath. If you feel like your dog smells rotten, worst case it’s comparable to a deceased animal or meat turned bad. Naturally, you want to get rid … Read more