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Ironic, Funny Chihuahua Dog Names
Ironic, funny Chihuahua dog names bring a smile to people’s faces and will leave quite an impact on those who are fortunate to meet your furry friend. Sorting through ironic, funny Chihuahua dog names may feel challenging at times. Getting those creative juices flowing requires a good amount of imagination and who feels like … Read more
Dog Word of the Day: Suburban Dog Syndrome
Many dog owners who live in the country or suburban areas may have dogs suffering from what dog trainer Jean Donaldson calls “suburban dog syndrome.” Many dog owners may assume that the dog is just acting territorial or protective or that the behavior stems from a genetic propensity in certain breeds with a tendency … Read more
The Engage Disengage Game for Dogs
If your dog is struggling with a trigger, you may find the engage disengage game for dogs helpful. This game is great for dogs who are nervous about a trigger such as the presence of people or other dogs. Not all dogs manifest nervousness the same way. Some dogs may manifest their anxiety by … Read more
Dog Word of the Day: Selective Hearing
It’s not uncommon in the world of dog owners to complain about their dog’s selective hearing, but what does selective hearing really mean and what dogs tend to exhibit it? First off, there is no such thing as dog breeds more prone to selective hearing, there are just dogs bred for various purposes and … Read more
Dog Word of the Day: Ritualized Aggression
What is ritualized aggression in dogs? First, one must consider what true aggression really is. When dogs encounter other dogs, there are always chances that the encounter may not go well and it’s important to be prepared for this. While dogs often develop amicable relationships with other dogs, the onset of aggression is always … Read more
Understanding Sensitive Periods in Dogs
Dog behavior is the result of the interplay between genetics and the environment and failure to recognize the importance of sensitive periods in dogs can lead to behavior problems in the long run. There is still debate on when these sensitive periods exactly start and end, and while these timelines remain blurry, one thing … Read more
Stop Rubbing Your Puppy’s Nose in Pee and Poop
By Adrienne Farricelli If you are in the process of potty training your puppy, most likely you have heard about the practice of rubbing a puppy’s nose in pee and poop as a form of punishment. This practice though is not only not ineffective but can also lead to several side effects that can … Read more
