Training your dog effectively often hinges on the approach you choose. Among the myriad options, positive reinforcement stands supreme for service dog training, training your family pet and almost every dog-training situation in-between. Rooted in the simplicity of rewarding your dog for their good behavior, this technique …
We humans love to loom over dogs and pat them on the head—often failing to notice their signals that they’d rather not interact that way (in this case, pulling away with a head duck). Photo by Nancy Kerns When dog behavior doesn’t make sense to us, …
We love our dog trainers. After all, how else could we bring the woofs to all the dog-friendly places? But they’ve got a ruff gig. So we asked them: If you as a dog trainer could anonymously put one uncensored piece of advice out into the …
For some dogs, the frustration created by a barrier such as a leash or fence can trigger reactive behavior. Photo by Anton Novikov, Getty Images Reactivity in dogs is an abnormal level of arousal in response to a normal stimulus. “Reactive” doesn’t necessarily imply aggression, although …
Whether it’s coconut water, milk, oil, or the raw fruit, coconuts have gained massive popularity in human diets due to their health benefits. But is the story the same for our canine companions? Do the same rules apply? Are there any potential risks we should be …
New puppy stress is real. Remember, the puppy has been taken from the only home he ever knew and away from his littermates. Loose stools and/or diarrhea can occur as a result. Credit: Danita Delimont | Getty Images A puppy may have diarrhea for many reasons …
Imagine having a peaceful day in the park on a warm summer’s day, your faithful dog running around freely. All of a sudden, you hear a yelp – your dog has stepped on something sharp and is bleeding profusely. As a dog owner, you’re not just …
Approximately 100 grams – about a half cup – of onion can be toxic to a 45-lb. dog. Onion powder is more concentrated, and therefore worse, but most dogs only get powder in small amounts in cooked foods. A dog who ate an onion may vomit …