Dogs are being called “reactive” when they lunge, bark, snap or growl at people or other animals. Reactivity in dogs should not be confused with aggression. The difference here is that these dogs are hypersensitive towards their environment and overreact to certain triggers. The behavior may look like aggression but it’s not. Reactive dogs are […]
Chicken has been a long-time food ingredient in dry food, wet food or in a raw diet. Chicken is actually very healthy for dogs as it contains healthy proteins, Omega 6 fatty acids, essential amino acids, and glucosamine. It builds lean muscle, sustains healthy skin and a shiny coat. Can Dogs Eat Raw Chicken? If […]
The days finally start to get warmer and with spring and summer come the dog fleas and ticks. Dogs can get infested with them by other dogs and their environment. They are really annoying and can cause itching, inflammation, and infection. This year I tried out several different collars for my dog to prevent the invasion and these are my personal […]
Exercising is very important for your dog, mentally and physically. While physical exercise is often covered in daily walks, training or playing games gets a raw deal. In this blog post, I have covered How to Exercise Your Puppy, so you should check that one out first. There are also general rules on how much […]
To quickly answer that question: Yes, dogs can definitely eat apples. They are actually really healthy for your dog. Benefits of Apples Apples are high on fiber, low protein and full of antioxidants. Vitamin C can help with degenerative conditions like joint disease and the fiber is great for digestion. If your dog has a […]
Food aggression is a type of resource guarding. It can occur at the earliest stages when your dog is only 5 months old. While a lot of dogs have this instinct to protect their food from you, it is not a genetical behavior. Food aggression is learned when the puppy is still with his littermates. […]
There are so many different dog training techniques that are used by owners. Same with parenting children, everyone has their own opinion on what works best for them. Often times that is right because no one knows your dog or your child better than you do. There are plenty debates on each technique whether they […]
House training your puppy is a vital step in their development. As their bladder becomes bigger and bigger they will be able to hold it much longer. Throughout this process, you will need to teach your puppy where the right place to pee is. Not in your house but on a grass surface. House training […]
There is a lot to learn about our furry companions. While some myths are not true, there are plenty of facts you probably have never heard. 1. Dogs can feel jealous Studies have shown that dogs are able to feel genuinely jealous when you pet another animal. For some dogs that could turn into aggression […]
Dogs can learn new tricks and behaviors through visual gestures and vocal sounds. They best learn by teaching them monosyllabic words like “stay”, “come” or “sit”. So how do you train a deaf dog without using sounds and words? It is actually not that different from training any other dog. Getting Attention Many trainers recommend […]