Barking is one of the main ways dogs communicate. It can signal excitement, alertness, fear, boredom, frustration, or a request for attention. Because barking is a natural behavior, the goal of traini...
Barking is one of the main ways dogs communicate, but frequent or uncontrolled barking can become frustrating for owners and disruptive for the household. The key to solving the problem is not forcing...
Many dog owners become curious about their pet’s background and wonder, “What dog breed am I?” or more accurately, “What breed is my dog?” Identifying a dog’s breed can reveal information about its li...
Barking is a normal form of communication for dogs. It can signal excitement, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, or a response to something happening in the environment. The goal of training is not to ...
Peaches are a popular summer fruit for humans, but that does not automatically mean every part of a peach is safe for dogs. Small amounts of fresh peach flesh can generally be offered as an occasional...
Dogs often communicate discomfort differently from humans. Instead of clearly showing where something hurts, many dogs change their behavior, movement, or daily routines. Learning to identify these ch...
When a person in the household starts sneezing and coughing, many dog owners wonder whether their pet can catch the same illness. The short answer is that common human colds usually do not spread to d...
Many dog owners become concerned when they get sick and notice their pet nearby. A common question is whether a coughing, sneezing human can pass a cold to their dog. In most cases, the answer is no. ...
A dog refusing food can be worrying, especially when it happens suddenly. While some dogs occasionally skip a meal because of minor changes in routine, a loss of appetite can also indicate stress, dis...
Separation anxiety is one of the most challenging behavior problems many dog owners face. A dog experiencing this condition may become distressed when separated from its owner, leading to behaviors su...
