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Alert Barking: Your Dog’s Natural Security System

Barking, Behavior IssuesOctober 16, 202355Views 0Likes 0Comments

Alert Barking: Your Dog's Natural Security System Alert barking is a natural behavior of dogs. It's a way for them to alert owners of intruders or potential threats. Dogs also bark to protect their territory and owners, as well as to communicate with other dogs. But, it's important to distinguish between alert barking and excessive…

Nipping vs. Biting: Understanding Puppy Aggression

Aggression, Behavior IssuesOctober 14, 202364Views 0Likes 0Comments

Understanding Puppy Aggression Puppies are curious and fun! But sometimes they can be aggressive. This can be expressed through nipping or biting. Knowing the difference between these two actions can help you better understand your pup. In this article, we will discuss puppy aggression and how to tell the difference between nipping and biting. What…

The Role of Routine in Managing Separation Anxiety

Behavior Issues, Separation AnxietyOctober 13, 202364Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Role of Routine in Managing Separation Anxiety Routine is important for managing separation anxiety in kids and animals. Here's the plan: Begin with short separations and increase the time apart steadily. Make the environment peaceful with familiar aromas, items, and noises. Develop a routine of predictable activities before leaving, such as a walk or…

Fear-Based Aggression: When Anxiety Strikes

Aggression, Behavior IssuesOctober 11, 202368Views 0Likes 0Comments

Fear-Based Aggression: When Anxiety Strikes Fear-based aggression in dogs is a common issue. It's caused by anxiety and stress, often from external stimuli. Examples of this include loud noises, unknown animals, and people. Signs of this aggression include dilated pupils, trembling, pinned back ears, raised hackles, licking/yawning, growling/barking, and biting/snapping. To help, you should find…

How to Use Physical Barriers to Keep Dogs from Digging

Behavior Issues, DiggingOctober 10, 202364Views 0Likes 0Comments

How to Use Physical Barriers to Keep Dogs from Digging Barriers can be a great way to prevent dogs from digging in your yard. Here's how: Fencing: Put up a tall fence - at least 6 feet - made of tough, chew-proof materials. Rocks/Bricks: Dogs like to dig around tree/shrub bases. Place large rocks and…

When to Seek Professional Help for Jumping Issues

Behavior Issues, JumpingOctober 10, 202367Views 0Likes 0Comments

When to Seek Professional Help for Jumping Issues It's vital to get professional help for your pup's jumping if it gets too much, dangerous, or hard to manage. This might show an underlying behavioral problem, like stress or lack of training. Get help from a dog trainer or behaviorist right away if your dog's jumping…

Tips for Managing Digging Behavior in Apartment Living

Behavior Issues, DiggingOctober 6, 202361Views 0Likes 0Comments

Tips for Managing Digging Behavior in Apartment Living Living with a pup who loves to dig in an apartment? Here are some tips. Offer them physical and mental stimulation - walks, playtime, interactive toys. Make a designated digging area - with sand or dirt, and toys for your dog to play with. Supervise your pup…

Puppy Play: When Does Roughhousing Go Too Far?

Aggression, Behavior IssuesOctober 1, 202379Views 0Likes 0Comments

Puppy Play: When Does Roughhousing Go Too Far? Puppies' roughhousing is natural and can help them build social skills and bond with their owners. However, if it gets too aggressive or dangerous, it's important to recognize it. Some signs that indicate it's gone too far: Growling and biting become more frequent and intense One puppy…

Teaching Your Dog to Perform Tricks as an Alternative to Jumping

Behavior Issues, JumpingOctober 1, 202365Views 0Likes 0Comments

Teaching Your Dog Tricks as an Alternative to Jumping Got a pup that loves to jump? Tricks can be a fun way to help them learn to control that behavior. Follow these steps: Pick tricks your pup enjoys and are easy to learn, like 'sit', 'stay', 'speak' or 'roll over'. Use positive reinforcement to train…

Puppy Socialization and Its Impact on Jumping Behavior

Behavior Issues, JumpingSeptember 24, 202366Views 0Likes 0Comments

Puppy Socialization and Its Impact on Jumping Behavior Puppy socialization is important for controlling jumping behavior. Positive reinforcement during puppyhood is the key to preventing behavioral issues in the future. Start early: 3-14 weeks old is the critical socialization window. Introduce your pup to new people, dogs, and environments gradually and positively. Use positive…