A very common misconception about a dog’s body language is that a tail-wagging dog equals a happy dog. Just because a dog’s tail is wagging doesn’t necessarily mean that he is happy, it can mean quite the contrary. Whether you’re a fellow dog owner and wonder about your own dog’s tail wagging and what it … Read more
It happens all the time. When guests come over, in public, or just while relaxing on the couch, your dog is being petted. Most dogs enjoy those gentle massages and scratches and your dog is probably no exception. But suddenly he starts growling when you pet him, maybe in an excited or anxious manner and … Read more
Disciplining your dog is an important part of training and when done the right way, it will ensure better behavior and stronger communication. Most people think about discipline as punishment but it’s actually a crucial behavior-forming process that is necessary for everyday situations. No canine is born with the ability to differentiate between “good” and … Read more
Did you know that every second dog owner lets their pets sleep in their beds? According to the 2021–2022 APPA Survey1, 43 percent of pet dogs in the U.S. sleep on their owner’s bed. A study2 conducted by Canisius College in N.Y. also found that 49% of Australian dog owners let their dogs sleep in their … Read more
Receiving “love bites” from your pup is kinda cute and it’s probably an honor to be blessed with this type of dog mouthing affection. Most owners have experienced mouthing behavior with their puppy but now that they are grown-up adult dogs, the biting might be a bit concerning. “Love bites” are defined as affectionate bites … Read more
You have just told your dog to get off the furniture or you have been away for a little bit longer than usual and now he has gifted you with poop on the floor or expensive carpet. Can we consider this act as our dogs revenge pooping and can dogs be spiteful in general? The … Read more
Your dog loves new guests. That’s great, right? Well, you’re kind of in a fortunate position because overexcitement is always better than rejection of strangers but when your dog’s jumping on people, it becomes really annoying. Trust me, I know what I’m talking about because my Rottweiler pup was very easily excitable. However, we didn’t … Read more
Your dog suddenly refuses to walk and you’re asking yourself what’s wrong. What’s even worse is when a puppy refuses to walk away from home because they’re young, energetic, and full of life, right? Going outside is usually the best thing to do for a young pup and many pull strongly on the leash to … Read more
The crate has served you well at night or during your working hours but now you’re looking to transition your dog out of the crate and into his comfy dog bed. But why? The crate is a perfect way to keep your dog confined and safe when unsupervised. Most puppies get into all kinds of … Read more
Aggressive behavior in dogs should always be taken seriously. This ranges from your dog being aggressive-reactive towards other people or dogs on a leash or protective over his food. Leash reactivity and aggression remain among the most common dog problems that are presented to qualified dog trainers. In this article, you’ll learn how to calm … Read more