Eight Rules for Playing Tug of War With Your Dog
Why tug is a GOOD game to play with your dog, and how to do it safely.
Should You Pet That Dog?
Where and how should you pet a dog for the best results?
Food Aggression in Dogs
Guarding one’s food is a natural, normal behavior for dogs, but it’s not safe for other family members. Fortunately, diligent management will resolve the problem.
How to Stop a Dog From Running Out the Door
How to prevent your dog from slipping (or bursting!) out the door and not wanting to come back.
Why Do Dogs Bury Bones?
Instinct, of course. They’re protecting their assets.
Why Does My Dog Have So Much Energy? Does He Have ADHD?
A high-energy dog’s behavior might beg a comparison to the symptoms of humans with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or hyperactivity, but these diagnoses are rare in dogs. Labels aside, let’s talk strategies for dealing with all that energy.
Ways to Make a Dog Eat Slower
Knowing how to slow down a dog eating is vital to the dog’s health.
How to Socialize a Puppy
To introduce a puppy to our human world without scaring her, take every experience at her pace and keep it safe and positive. Her body language will let you know if you are moving too fast.
What To Do If Loose Dog Is Coming At You and Your Dog
Make a plan today for what to do if an off-leash dog approaches (or, worse, attacks) you and your on-leash dog.
Why Won’t My Dog Eat Out of His Bowl?
Some dogs insist on being hand-fed. Is that a problem? If so, here’s how to break the habit.
Why Does My Dog Put Their Paw On Me?
Many dogs like to “give a paw” to humans in greeting or when seeking attention. Here’s how to handle the paw!
What Are Signs of Happiness in Dogs?
Dogs show many signs of happiness, but you must watch and listen for them. To know if your dog is happy, you need to know your dog.
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How “Bird Flu” Could Threaten Your Dog
The “bird flu”, or avian influenza, has been around for a long time; it’s circulated in wild birds since the late 1990s. But like all viruses, it mutates over time—and influenza viruses are known to mutate very quickly. What’s more, some emerging strains are deadlier than others.