Why do dogs dig? Digging is a primal behavior for dogs and the amount of digging they do can be influenced by underlying reasons. Dogs are genetically predisposed to dig; it’s a normal behavior for dogs. It’s fun, and nothing … Continue reading
Why dogs need toys: dogs need toys to provide mental stimulation, allow for appropriate chewing, and serve as important tools in behavior modification. Toys are mentally and physically stimulating and assist in fulfilling a dog’s emotional and physical needs. Even though … Continue reading
Why do dog’s jump? You may accidentally be rewarding your pet for these behaviors. When you first brought your puppy home, he probably jumped up on you, scratched at your shins, or performed a similar, 2-paws off the ground maneuver … Continue reading
Puppies and dogs chew because chewing is hard-wired into their genes. Chewing helps them relax, it gives them something to do and it feels good! Puppies chew for the same reasons but also because they are teething and tend to … Continue reading
“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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
Puppy Socialization Checklist Most people know that puppy socialization includes introducing their puppy to other dogs and people. What you might not know is that there are hundreds of other things that puppy needs to be socialized to such as objects, sounds, … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading