Music is one of the concepts in life that transcends species. It isn’t just humans who like to listen to music. Our animals like to enjoy different types of music. And they’ve all got their own individual preferences. My dog used to really like The Beatles. She’d get extra excited whenever my dad played a […]
Have you ever had this experience? Today is the day you’re going to take your dog to the vet, something that she hates. The appointment isn’t for a few more hours, but you realize that she’s already hiding from you and when you grab her leash and get ready to go, it’s clear that she […]
For the most part our dogs are well-behaved angels. Most of the time. Sometimes they have their moments of disobedience – usually when they’re puppies and they’re still learning how to behave. When our puppies get a little naughty, it’s still well-intended. They’re just trying to have fun because that’s what puppies like to do! […]
If you live in an apartment or condo, this should be a factor you consider when adopting a dog: will your new family member be happy in close quarters? Contrary to popular belief, the most critical factor is not the size or breed of the dog but the dog’s energy and your ability to ensure […]
When most people think about housebreaking a dog, they imagine an adorable little scamp that fits in the palm of their hand and plays with toys all day — in other words, a puppy. But what if you have an older dog that isn’t housebroken because she’s a rescue? The rules for training adult […]
It’s perfectly natural and normal for dogs to occasionally chew on their legs, feet, ears, and tails. This behavior is no different than when you scratch an itch — it provides relief. However, if you notice that your dog is constantly chewing herself, it may indicate a deeper problem — particularly if the chewed […]
Your human little one really, really wants a dog, and you think it’s finally time. But what kind of dog should you get? Does it matter? Should you just let your kid pick out whatever dog she likes? Are smaller dogs safer because they can’t do as much damage? Popular culture has taught us that […]
For those who have seen the movie “The Secret Life of Pets,” you probably remember the running gag of the squirrels. The dogs in the movie are obsessed with chasing or barking at the squirrels in their area. It’s a funny joke because it’s so true to life. There is something about squirrels that just […]
Dog aggression is a major dog problem for owners. I want to help you understand the causes of dog aggression, so you can overcome this dog problem. Dog aggression stems from the dog’s frustration and dominance. The dog’s frustration comes from a lack of dog exercise, and the dog’s dominance comes from a lack of […]
My Dog Does Not Urinate Enough My Australian Shepherd is a wonderful girl (she’s a therapy dog). My only problem is on long drives (2 days) she will go 12 – 15 hours without urinating. When I stop for gas, I walk her. I walk her in the morning outside the hotel and again before […]
