Dog behavior and training is a reflection of the effort we put in as owners. Some dogs will learn more easily than others – but almost every dog can be a superstar if we employ positive reward based training with persistence. From training a Goldendoodle not to bark, or house training a Maltipoo – we have you covered.
Dogs and cats make adorable, loving pets around the home. However, they have a few differences that can pose a little challenge when they first meet. Cats tend to have less energy than dogs, and a hyper dog may try to play aggressively with the new kitty. However, despite their differences, cats and dogs can…
If you are picking a new puppy for your family, you will need to consider the personality type of your preferred pooch. What personality type should your dog have to fit in well with your family and your usual recreational activities? You can find out the answer to that question by reading my guide on…
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If you’ve begun looking for a dog to add to your household, you may have been taken in by a Jack Russell’s adorable features. But if you’ve heard some rumors about their aggressive nature, it might make you hesitant to welcome them with open arms. So, is it true? Are Jack Russell Terriers aggressive? The…
“You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink.” So states the classic idiom, and it would seem that the same occasionally goes for dogs. You know your pet needs water to hydrate, but you are frustrated that they will not drink the water that you offer them. Sound familiar? Do…
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The thrill puppies give to adults and children, male or female, is one of a kind, and it’s very similar to the joy a newborn baby brings to the family. Now, there’s a thing called ‘Puppy Joy’ which is the aftereffect of buying a puppy or having your dog put to bed and bringing a cute…
German Shepherds are famous for being the most protean and well-balanced canine breed. They can pass as friendly family companions and also make good military guards. They’re intelligent, active, and full of energy that can pull the roof down. German Shepherds are unique canine types, beating the list of the most hyperactive types. Also, German…
Nothing divides the dog-owning community quite like the trusty crate. There are very divided opinions on how good or bad they are. On one end of the argument, some people believe them to be cramped and cruel, like literally putting your dog in a cage however this is a highly anthropomorphized point of view. While…
Food aggression can sound like quite an intimidating problem to come up against. Any aggression can be hard to deal with because you’re trying to train and manage a behavior led by big emotions. Aggression is almost always linked to some kind of worry or fear and food aggression is no different. If you’re able…
Do you ever feel like you have an extra shadow? Or like no matter where you are in the room you get the feeling that you’re being watched? Chances are you don’t have a ghost in your house, you actually have a Pitbull! These guys can be off the scale with how clingy they get….