How do you calm an aggressive puppy? Puppies are full of life. They run, play, tumble, chase, and yes, even snap and nip. But when does play cross over into aggression? There are clear signs and ways to calm that rowdy pup. Let's delve into the world of puppy … [Read more...]
Sudden Aggression in a Stray Dog (Why the Turn in Behavior?)
It's very upsetting when a formerly friendly stray shows aggression to us seemingly out of the blue. Not only does it make us wonder what we did wrong, but also makes it difficult to help the dog. The life of a stray dog can be difficult (to say the least). Inhumane … [Read more...]
Pets and the Elderly (Should I Re-home My Father’s Dog?)
Should I send my dad’s dog to a shelter? "Bailey barks every night, and all the neighbors complain. My dad is over 70 years old, and even though he loves Bailey very much, he just broke his leg, so he won't be able to care for the dog." This question may seem ridiculous to … [Read more...]
Do Pheromones (Like Adaptil) Actually Work to Calm Your Dog?
Just like people, the dogs can get stressed. However, unlike us, dogs can't provide themselves with the means to calm themselves down. Some pet parents may not want to use drugs as a calming agent. So what is the alternative? Pheromones. But do pheromones (like … [Read more...]
DNA Testing for Mixed Breed Dogs – What You Need to Know
Thinking about doing DNA testing for mixed breed dogs to find out what kind of pup you have? I've been looking into this quite a bit myself! I'm super curious to know if those DNA kits are worth the money, so I did a bit (okay, a lot) of research. Learn what I found out, … [Read more...]
German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois – Descendants or Coincidence?
Chances are, you've confused German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois for each other at least once in your life. If you watched the movie Max, for example, you might have thought you were watching a flick about a German Shepherd. You'd be wrong, though! Max is a Belgian … [Read more...]
Why Does a Mother Dog Reject a Puppy?
Why does a mother dog reject a puppy? I've seen questions like, Why does my dog, who just gave birth, keep on moving one puppy away from the others?" quite a bit. If your mother dog is exhibiting this behavior, it can be quite disconcerting and confusing. Our natural … [Read more...]