Besides being pets, dogs make great companions. These social animals love attention and do not fare well when left alone. However, if afternoon walks or occasional dog parks are all that you come up with, your buddy may soon get bored. To excite your dog, you will have to curate new ideas that will keep…
A dog barking can be cute, but sometimes it can be excessive and become a nuisance. If your dog is excessively barking and you’ve tried traditional methods like verbal commands, treats, and dog whistles with no success, you may want to try using an anti-barking device. Anti-barking devices come in many forms, but all work…
Training any dog is always a lot of work, but some breeds are more of a challenge. If you’ve only had easy-to-train dogs like Golden Retrievers in the past, you’ll have to be ready for a bit more work if you get a puppy from any of the breeds I’ve listed below. In this article,…
Can a dog learn to howl on command? Yes, they can! The first thing to do is to identify the exact sounds that make your dog howl and reinforce the behavior. By implementing specific techniques and methods, you can train your dog to howl until they get their fill—but only when you give the command….
Small, adorable, and easy to care for, Shih Tzus are one of America’s most popular breeds. With their floppy ears and endearing doggy eyes, they are one of the world’s favorite companion dogs. But anyone that has owned a Shih Tzu knows, man, they sure like to whine! Nothing is more agonizing than listening to…
What is the Basenji a mix of? Have you ever wondered about that? Well, in this post, we will be looking into his topic to establish the origins of the Basenji. Rather than being a mix, the Basenji is actually a pure breed with an interesting history. It is recognized as one of the oldest…
About 70 years ago, there was a new comic strip in a town called Peanuts. With Peanuts, came Snoopy, arguably now the world’s most famous dog, maybe right up there with Scooby Doo. Snoopy is one of the most beloved characters in the Peanuts comics, and for good reason. He’s witty, charming, and always up…
Dogs are infamous for howling. It’s a phenomenon immortalized forever by Dodie Smith and later in Disney’s 101 Dalmatians. There, they call it the “Twilight Barking,” and it’s the equivalent of the canine telegraph wire. That’s charming as far as it goes, but since Huskies are especially notorious for howling, it’s natural for Husky owners…
You’re probably looking forward to hugging and cuddling your canine friend after a long day. But for some reason, he seems aloof, avoiding any affectionate gestures. What could be the problem? Although dogs are a man’s best friend, there are instances they downright don’t like us. You could be reminding them of an unfortunate event…