Dog Behavior Explained

Welcome to OodleLife’s easy guides on Dog Behavior and Training, brought to you by our friendly dog experts. Here, we’re all about helping you and your furry friend live happily together.

We understand how important it is to know what makes your dog tick and how to teach them right from wrong. In this guide, we’ll show you how your dog’s actions are connected to how they feel inside, and we’ll share simple ways to train them effectively.

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Our team of dog experts at OodleLife has lots of experience and loves to share tips on everything from basic commands to helping your dog feel calm and secure. Our Veterinarian review team (learn more) keeps the content up to date with the latest health guidelines.

Whether you’re dealing with a pup who loves to chew shoes or an older dog that’s a bit set in their ways, we’ve got your back.

Why Did My Dog Pee on Me? (5 Reasons Explained)

By Chris Allen

Owning pets can be a fun-filled experience. However, some situations can confuse or upset dog owners. For example, one common question continually comes up…

Dog Kicking Back Legs Explained (What It Means)

By Chris Allen

Have you ever noticed your dog kicking its back legs after going to the bathroom? While it may look like they’re simply trying to…

Why Does My Dog Stretch When He Sees Me?

By Chris Allen

Dogs give plenty of cues to explain what they’re thinking and feeling. Some hints are apparent, such as wagging their tail to express happiness…

Why Does My Dog Cover Her Face with Her Paws? (Meaning)

By Chris Allen

Dogs seem to have many adorable habits, like covering up their faces with paws. This cute move looks like they’re playing peek-a-boo; but what…

Why Does My Dog Lay On My Clothes?

By Bridie R

I don’t know what it is, but my dog just loves sleeping on my clothes. I’ll come home from work and find her curled…

Why Does My Dog Stretch So Much? [Explained]

By Chris Allen

It is a well-known fact that dogs enjoy stretching. I honestly can’t blame them. It feels good to stretch out. The sensations and feelings…

Why Does My Dog Rub Against Me? [Surprising Reasons!]

By Chris Allen

Most people like seeing their dog being so loving when they interact with them, yet this behavior can go overboard at times. Whatever your…

Why Do Dogs Eat Underwear? [9 Reasons]

By Chris Allen

Does your dog have a habit of chewing your underwear? It might be that it’s simply a naughty pet. However, if this habit persists,…

Why Do Dogs Lick Each Other’s Eyes? [Gross]

By Chris Allen

Dog owners may observe numerous traits their pets have, which are confusing. But all of these strange behaviors have reasons behind them. So why…

Can Dogs Sleep Walk? [How To Tell]

By Chris Allen

It must be strange to wake up in the middle of the night and find yourself standing up in the middle of the kitchen!…

Why Do Dogs Lick Blankets?

By Chris Allen

After a hard day’s work, you trudge on home and collapse in your bed in exhaustion, only to realize what the heck?! Your bed…

Why Does My Dog Sleep So Close To Me? [Explained]

By Bridie R

Dogs are known to be man’s best friends. Therefore, they are expected to want to be around us most of the time. Also, it…

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