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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Most Popular Dog Behavior Articles

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.

Does My Dog Know I Love Him? [How To Show Dogs You Love Them]

By Chris Allen

Do you love your dog more than anything in the world? Are you always trying to show your pup how much you love him?…

Why Does My Dog Wink at Me?

By Chris Allen

Sometimes, my dog looks at me and winks. I always found it cute, almost like we had an inside joke together. But then, it…

What Smells Do Dogs Hate?

By Chris Allen

Dog’s have millions of olfactory receptors in their noses. Olfactory receptors are tiny molecules that work to produce smells. We humans have an average…

Why Does My Dog Huff at Me? (7 Reasons)

By Chris Allen

If you have a new puppy in your family or have ever had a dog before, you may be wondering about your canine’s behaviors…

Why Do Dogs Sneeze When Excited?

By Chris Allen

Everyone sneezes. And since dogs are walking noses, it makes sense that they might sneeze more than humans. But whereas we tend to sneeze…

Is My Dog Bored? How Can I Make My Dog More Lively?

By Chris Allen

Have you found that your pup is often staring out into space or spending a lot of time chewing or destroying his toys? Or…

Why Do Dogs Like Lying in the Sun?

By Chris Allen

Dogs love the sun. There’s just no doubt about that. They’ll take any opportunity to soak up a little UV radiation and give their…

Why Do Dogs Like Their Belly Rubbed?

By Chris Allen

Every dog owner knows how much most dogs love belly rubbed. If your dog fits this common mold and you’re here, you obviously wonder…

Why Do Dogs Lick Their Own Pee?

By Chris Allen

Dogs fill our homes with excitement, snuggles, and love. They’re a man’s best friend, but let’s be honest, sometimes they can be pretty gross…

Why Does My Dog Lick My Pillow?

By Chris Allen

Like humans, our dogs are no exception when it comes to unusual behavior, and though it may seem silly, many of our furry canine…

Why Does My Dog Yawn When I Pet Him?

By Chris Allen

Yawning isn’t flattering when you’re talking with another person. So, you might be wondering—why does my dog yawn when I pet him? Is it…

Why Is My Dog Sleeping Under the Bed?

By Chris Allen

Your dog has a perfectly good dog bed to sleep in, so why are they suddenly sleeping under your bed? Sleeping under your bed…

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