Question: Why does my dog ignore other dogs? Is that normal? Answer: While play comes naturally to dogs, there are…
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Puppies start to learn as soon as they are born. They are especially receptive during their first 13 to 16…
Every puppy must learn socialization and confidence building with other dogs. At the very latest, before your puppy is 18…
Socialization plays a pivotal role in shaping a dog’s behavior, temperament, and overall well-being. Early and ongoing socialization provides opportunities…
Question: I know that “play dates” are a great way to socialize puppies. How do I set up a puppy…
There’s a short developmental window in every dog’s life when they’re extremely sensitive to their environment. The number of positive…
The birth of a baby is a wonderful event for your human family. To make it an equally joyous occasion…
Question: When and how should I introduce my puppy to dog parks? Answer: When it’s safe to take your puppy…
There’s a short period in every puppy’s development, from very early puppyhood to 3 or 4 months of age, when…
When these dogs show up, the pooch party can begin! Here are a few of the most dog-friendly dog breeds…
A recently published paper in Animal Cognition argues that parenting style can predict certain dog behaviors. Parenting styles are nothing…
Whether your puppy is sounding the handling issue alarm or is mild mannered and accepting, handling games should begin as…
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Teaching your dog some tricks is a fun bonding experience for you and your dog. Watch these videos to learn…
Some dogs have a bizarre but adorable trait of sticking their tongues out all of the time. Sometimes it's just…
You can have it both ways: Check out this list of small dog breeds who aren't yappy. If you're looking…
Tear stains appear in certain breeds more often than others, and they can indicate a lot of different things. It's…
If your dog has started making an odd honking sound, it can be a bit concerning. Reverse sneezing often sounds…