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Is Your Dog Eating Grass?
Dog professionals often disagree about why dogs eat grass. At the root of the debate, the primary question is, “Do dogs eat grass because they need to throw up or do they throw up because they eat grass?” The one thing that most everyone can agree on is that if your dog is eating grass, […]
Puppy Mill or Professional Dog Breeder: How to tell the difference?
If you’re in the market for a puppy, you’ve probably searched online for breeders and been dazzled by gorgeous, breeder websites and the claims they make about their puppies. Sadly, many of the websites claiming to be breeders are really puppy mills in disguise. Most consumers have no idea how to differentiate between a professional […]
Puppy Socialization
Puppy Socialization When your puppy first comes home, his mind is a blank slate. He knows nothing about the world except what you show him. Puppies are not born understanding the world around them- what traffic is, what objects such as worms or leaves are, or how to cope with people, cars, other pets or […]
How to Select a Dog Trainer- A Guide to Understanding Dog Training Theory and Styles
“The Pack Leader” Philosophy (Domination Theory) The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) has issued a formal Position Statement about Domination Theory. “This type of training assumes that animals misbehave because they are seeking a higher rank in the pack. This often leads trainers to believe that force must be used to modify the […]
Does my dog have Separation Anxiety?
What is dog separation anxiety? Separation anxiety is a debilitating psychological disorder, which produces significant anxiety and/or panic attacks in animals when they are separated from “their person.” Animals afflicted with this disorder suffer considerably when they are left alone and if they have a panic attack, the resulting behaviors can cause significant physical damage to the […]
Post Surgery Dog Games & Activities
You have finally digested the fact that your dog is having surgery. You’ve figured out how to pay the bill, prepared your home to accommodate a post-surgerical dog and you’re ready to care for your dog during recovery. But, have you thought about how you will keep your active dog happy, quiet, and calm at […]
Dog won’t go to the bathroom in front of you?
Dog won’t go to the bathroom in front of you? If your dog won’t go to the bathroom in front of you outside and then eliminates indoors as soon as you bring him in, the dog has most likely been punished during the house training process. The dog is very willing to go to the […]
Dog Parks- How Pack Environments Change Behavior
Have you been longing to take your dog to a dog park? Perhaps you just adopted a dog and are debating whether this experience would be good for him. Below are some tips to help you decide if the dog park is right for your pet as well as a few tips to make your […]