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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
Dog Word of the Day: What is Flea Dirt?
New dog owners, but also seasoned dog owners may sometimes stumble on curious terms and flea dirt is one of them, but exactly what is flea dirt? The term may raise some curiosity as people may be wondering what on earth do fleas have to do with dirt. Yet, once you understand what’s being … Read more
Can Dogs Blow Their Nose Like People Do?
At some point of your many years of dog ownership, you might have wondered whether dogs can blow their nose as people do. The question is actually a good one, considering that dog noses have many things in common with human noses (scenting abilities aside) and one thing in common is the fact that … Read more
Discovering Dog Breeds With Curly Tails
With over 300 breeds of dogs populating the world, it’s not surprising seeing dogs with different tail sets, and dogs with curly tails deserve a place of honor. These kinks in a dog’s tail are quite fascinating to discover, considering that curly tails are only limited to a few dogs breeds. What causes those tails … Read more
What’s Up With Male Dogs Peeing Like Females?
Help, my dog pees like a female dog, what is wrong with him? This is often a question owners of male dogs squatting down to pee ask around. As seen in a past article, there are several dog peeing positions dogs assume and each dog may have his or her own personal preference. However, there … Read more
An Insight into Dog Appetite and Satiety
Dogs, just like people, go through moments during the day during which they feel hungry and then feel full, but exactly what mechanisms in dogs are responsible for triggering such sense of appetite or sense of satiety? Your dog seems always on top of making sure to let you know when meal time is around … Read more
