Discover the best high-value dog treats for training and behavior modification, along with tips on how to use them effectively and easy homemade recipes you can try today “High-value” treats are treats that are highly desirable to a dog. They are often used in training and behavior modification because they are more motivating to the … Read more
The concept of a dog year in human years can provide light on the aging process. We’ve been adjusting the gap in average lifespan between dogs and humans by using dog years for some time now. Why do we do this? Curiously, this way of equating dog age to human age has roots in early … Read more
There are all kinds of permanent markers, and almost all pose a risk if left around your dog. Whether you want to draw on your dog or work in an area filled with markers, here’s what can happen if the dog eats one. Some permanent markers even have toxic ink, which is another danger. Let’s … Read more
Most dogs will listen to humans, or at least they want to do what we tell them. But what makes dogs submit to people and obey our commands? Through training, we encourage the behaviors in dogs that we want to see more frequently by rewarding them. The more we do it, the more obedient they … Read more
Most people want what’s best for their pets, and for various reasons, people start thinking about selling. This is when they often ask whether it’s cruel or not to sell their dog or puppy. In this article, we explore whether it’s humane to sell a dog/puppy, why selling online is a bad idea, how to … Read more
It is difficult to say whether pets are aware that they are pets because they cannot communicate their thoughts and feelings to us as humans do. Many pet owners believe that their animals understand their roles as companions and household members. Dogs, for example, have been trained to perform specific tasks or obey specific commands, … Read more
It’s simple to ask someone to pet their dog, but there are some ground rules to follow. If you believe it is appropriate to approach, you can be direct and simply ask the owner. Here’s how: In most cases, the proper way is to directly ask the owner: “Hello, may I pet your dog?” If … Read more
Having a dog should be a fun and rewarding experience. Starting out with a fear of dogs and then getting a puppy is not a good strategy. It might work, but it’s a backward approach that risks backfiring. So, if you are genuinely afraid of dogs, don’t get one just yet. You must be self-assured … Read more
Dogs will be dogs, and some have a strong prey drive that is difficult to control. A stray cat was in their field of vision, and your dog attacked and killed it. So what to do now? The best thing you can do is to contact Animal Control to scan the cat for a microchip, … Read more