Why Your Dog Might Not Howl (A Simple Guide)

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You might be wondering why your dog doesn’t howl, especially when other dogs in the neighborhood let out their distinct vocalizations. Is something wrong, or is your dog simply a quiet type? As a dog owner myself, I recall feeling concerned when my usually quiet dog suddenly let out a howl one night. I later … Read more

The Power of Positive Reinforcement: An Introduction

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Are you interested in understanding how to effectively train your dog while building a stronger bond with them? Positive reinforcement may be the answer you’re looking for. This widely used training method involves rewarding desired behaviors to encourage their repetition. This post will delve into the world of positive reinforcement, exploring its principles and the … Read more

Do Dogs Like Leashes? (why keep a dog on a leash)

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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

Why Does Your Dog Pee Where You Pee? (mystery solved)

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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

7 Proven Ways to Get Your 3-Month-Old Puppy to Listen

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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

Why Do Dogs Like to Be Scratched Above Their Tail? (the facts)

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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

Why ‘Dog Years’? The Truth Behind Canine Aging

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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

Is It Cruel to Sell Your Dog? (how to do it ethically)

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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

Scared of Dogs but Want One? (5 Things to Do)

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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