If you have a dog who gets overly excited and jumpy when you attempt to clip on the leash or put on a harness, try some of these tips. These tips can also help if your dog excitedly or submissively pees, cowers, or backs away when you reach for him or try to [...]
The holidays are approaching. You may be worried about your canine crew mixing with friends and relatives for festive get-togethers—but a little planning and preparation can make the holidays more enjoyable for all. • Doorway etiquette. Teach your dog polite manners at the doorway. Choose a place for your dog to go to when [...]
Dogs are creatures of habit who learn through association and context. Dogs live in the moment. They are emotional beings who experience joy, confusion, happiness, and fear. Like toddlers, dogs do not understand that your behavior in the present may be related to an incident that happened four hours ago, nor do they understand [...]
When planning to adopt only one dog, cat, or another companion animal, don’t separate a bonded pair—even if one is especially cute or appealing. Look for a singleton. Shelters and rescues routinely separate bonded animals because they are quicker to be adopted, but this can lead to emotional and behavioral fallout—especially for an animal who [...]