Dogs are social animals who crave nothing more than the company of their human companions. However, for many dogs, this attachment can become a source of stress and anxiety at the prospect of being alone. When dealing with separation anxiety in dogs, crate training is a widely recommended tool. However, not one that’s easy to…
Dogs have been our oldest and the most loyal companions. This thousands-year-old companionship is proof that all dogs serve us in some way — guarding homes and livestock, providing companionship and love. However, service dogs take this dynamic to a whole different level, aiding people with disabilities and life-threatening conditions in navigating their lives. This…
You can’t teach an old dog new tricks, goes the adage. This leaves a lot of pet parents skeptical about the possibility of training a dog well past puppyhood. Whether it’s adopting an adult dog or addressing behavioral issues in your grown-up pet, you may find yourself worried and wondering, can you train a dog…
Wondering, how to teach your dog to play fetch? You’re certainly not alone. When you bring a furry baby home, spending time with them outdoors, and enjoying some quality playtime as your dog excitedly chases after a ball and fetches it for you is an integral part of the image of what your pet parenting…
It’s not unusual for a pet parent to be wondering, how to crate train an older dog. Perhaps, you’ve brought home a rescue who was never given crate training. Or you overlooked this aspect of housebreaking when your pooch was a puppy and are now realizing its importance. Or maybe, you’re dealing with crate training…
How do dogs communicate, with each other and with us? Knowing the answer to this question is critical for successful pet parenting as it also you to pick up on cues and respond to your dog’s needs and reactions the right way. Much like us, dogs also use facial expressions and body language, in addition…
Do dogs have emotions? Pose this question to any pet parent, and the answer will likely be, “Duhhhh! Of course, they do.” After all, we’ve all seen our pets jump up and down with excitement and joy when we walk through the door at the end of a long day. Or pull a long face…
I had a brush with the very scary tendency of resource guarding in dogs when our adopted GSD, Prince, became so overly possessive of me that he started raising his heckles and baring his teeth if anyone approached me while I was with him or when I stepped out of the house. He was 4…
There is no denying that we share a unique and deep bond with our canine companions. And we love them dearly too. But can dogs love us back? Are they capable of experiencing this emotion? If so, are they capable of expressing their love? Every pet parent knows the answer to these questions in their…