We have sometimes heard people say jokingly that dogs and their owners look alike. But did you know that your dog may share some of your personality traits? If you are joyful, outgoing, and trusting, chances are your dog may be as well. Likewise, people who are quieter, more withdrawn, …
Just about every article I read about raising or training a dog discusses respect. A lot of guidance is given about how to train your dog so he will respect you and obey your commands. Regardless of the training method used, including today’s more widely accepted positive reinforcement focus, the …
How to Treat Your Dog with Respect — A Trainer Weighs In Read More »
Just like people, dogs have a variety of talents and skills. Some dogs are great escape artists, and others, not so much. As a result, your dog may or may not be able to figure out how to open a door on his own. This may seem silly, but it …
I take my dogs to our local park pretty much every day. And, I cannot tell you the number of times I have bent down to pat them on the head only to get dirt and grass kicked in my face! Agh! as Lucy Brown would say. What was that …
Why Do Dogs Scratch the Ground? It’s Not What You Think! Read More »
If you have just adopted a rescue dog, you may discover he has some antisocial behavior toward other dogs. This behavior can range from complete avoidance to aggressive lunging and barking. Regardless of where your dog is on this spectrum, you will want your new pooch to learn how to …
How Should I Handle My Rescue Dog’s Antisocial Behavior? Read More »
New puppies are so adorable! That is until they start biting you with their razor-sharp teeth! Suddenly they turn from being soft little fuzzy balls of fur into tiny little sharks attacking you! And perhaps you have been told to get your puppy to stop biting you by letting out …
Ouch! Why Won’t My Puppy Stop Biting Me Even When I Yelp? Read More »
Rescue dogs adopted from shelters can be awesome pets. In some cases, however, new owners have found that their rescue dog’s behavior was worsening a few weeks after adoption. Shelter staff members usually offer some information about a dog’s personality and behavior. However, a shelter is not a normal place …
Help! My Rescue Dog’s Behavior is Getting Worse! Read More »
Are you thinking about getting a new dog and weighing the benefits of getting an adult dog over a puppy? Puppies are always adorable, but there are other considerations such as how much training your new pooch will need. Puppies will have no training but adult dogs will typically have …
Are Adult Rescue Dogs Harder to Train Than Puppies? Read More »
Does your small-sized dog sit on top of the sofa and look out the window? Or perhaps your guard dog sits on top of his dog house and peers over the fence. Dogs love to be in high places. Sometimes it is obvious why–there is something they want to see …
Do you have a dog who likes to sit in your lap? If so, you are not alone. A lot of dogs do, both large and small. Just as you settle into your favorite easy chair for the evening, your furry pal may decide it is time to join you …
