Although sharing human foods with dogs may be the subject of debate, it’s also part of the experience of being a dog lover. We know it can be hard to resist those begging eyes! But it’s crucial to only share what is safe for them, and probably worth considering exactly…
If you are a first-time dog owner, we are sure you might have hundreds of questions, especially dental-related ones. Does your dog have the same number of teeth as you? How many teeth do pups have? Do dogs lose their teeth, and so on? Well, we have all the answers.…
Are you a dog parent? Then your dog’s habit of gently chewing or mouthing human friends or even other objects like blankets or toys might be leaving you confused, especially if you are a first-time pet owner. This trait is called cobbing and it can be a difficult behavior to…
Perhaps you’re the rare human who finds joy in hosting a Thanksgiving dinner at your home. After all, the spirit of the holiday is lovely if you’re lucky enough to have close family and friends you can celebrate with. This is, of course, to say nothing of the troubling and…
Ready to take your furry friend’s training to the next level? Here are some advanced tricks to teach your dog. These tricks are not only impressive, but they can also help to keep your dog mentally stimulated and engaged. Dog Trick List Here are some additional tips for teaching your…
Training your dog to come should be as easy as, “Rover, come on over!” And sometimes it is, at least with puppies. Brand-new pups will approach anything with a pulse. Other dogs, however, will need more training to learn the “come” command. We’ll show you how to help your dog…
It’s crucial to start housetraining your dog as soon as possible — ideally, the day your new dog or puppy comes home. The habits your pup forms now can set the precedent for weeks, months, or even years to come. A little effort upfront saves lots of time and frustration…
Cars, squirrels, cyclists, skateboarders, cats, and joggers — they’re all would-be targets. Any one of them could lure a chase-obsessive dog into a potentially dangerous situation. Chasing behavior can also trigger understandably hostile reactions. Some people might see it as aggression when a strange dog comes bounding after them. Until…
Potty training a dog can be a daunting task if you’ve never done it before. But, as they say, there’s a first time for everything. And housetraining is achievable with persistence and consistency. Dogs are usually pretty quick learners, and housetraining might not be as difficult as you think, so long…
New pet parents often have a lot of questions when it comes to crate training their dogs. It’s important for a lot of reasons. A crate can keep your dog safe while you’re away, reduce destructive behaviors, and help with housetraining, among other things. Some people worry that crate confinement…
