Whether dogs like leashes will mostly depend on how the leash is used and how well-trained and socialized the dog is. This article explores whether dogs like being on leashes, whether there are any benefits off-leash, and whether you should walk the dog leashed or off-leash. Do Dogs Like Being on a Leash? Whether a … Read more
It’s not uncommon for dogs to want to pee where their owners pee, and there can be a few reasons for this behavior. This article explores why dogs pee where their owners pee, whether you should do anything about it, and how to tell whether they’re marking or just peeing. Why Do Dogs Pee Where … Read more
A month-old Pitbull puppy is too young to be separated from the mom and littermates. However, it does happen sometimes, and learning how to care for them is crucial in helping them become healthy and well-adjusted companions. If a puppy can’t stay with its mother and littermates until at least 8 weeks old, it’s essential … Read more
If you’re struggling with your puppy, you are not alone. Training a young puppy can be challenging, but there are a few things to do before you start training to make your puppy listen first. You must teach these things first because you’re dealing with a puppy, not a grown dog. They don’t know yet … Read more
Many of the dogs I know enjoy having the region above their tail scratched. What is it about above-tail scratches that dogs adore? This article explores why dogs love scratches above the tail, where they especially like to be scratched, and whether they have sweet spots. Why Do Dogs Like Above-Tail Scratching? Every morning when … Read more
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