Poppy, a large Weimaraner cross, was a high-energy dog with reactivity issues. Managing her excitability was challenging. Before I trained as a dog behaviorist, I believed that giving Poppy a lot of ...
It’s a scene every dog parent knows all too well: one moment you’re enjoying a quiet morning, sipping your coffee, and the ...
Dogs and squeaky toys often collide quickly. In many homes, a flattened plush with a torn seam or missing squeaker ends up forgotten under furniture, a clear sign of how intensely dogs engage with ...
Dog training 101: Use expert tips covering basic commands, potty training, leash walking, and problem behaviors.
"Dogs yawn when their owners yawn because of contagious yawning, a sign of empathy and strong social bonding ," Bassett says.
Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...