Whether your dog has started acting scared and clingy or even if they seem fearful of you, many different issues could be behind the problem. There are some common anxieties in dogs that can manifest themselves in a variety of ways. Recognizing the other symptoms that go along with these fea...
Besides behaving like classic human teenagers, it’s common foradolescent dogs to become more fearfulthan they were as puppies. At around six to 10 months, some dogs suddenly act timid in situations that they’ve been comfortable with in the past. New people, loud sounds, or going to a ne...
If an otherwise non-aggressive dog suddenly turns aggressive, it’s possible that they might be sick or in pain. Dogs that are hurting will even snap, growl, or bark at their owners. Take your dog to a vet to see if there’s a health issue. ...
If your otherwise happy dog suddenly becomes withdrawn or simply seems unlike himself, it’s important to visit a veterinarian to identify the cause. If your dog seems depressed and has completely stopped eating, is vomiting, is partaking in destructive behaviors, or is extremely lethargic, take ...
Does your dog suddenly act energetic and run amok in the house like crazy? It's not uncommon for dogs to have sudden bursts of energy, zooming around the house like little tornadoes. Discover several potential causes of sudden bursts of energy in dogs.
Such is the case of the 93-year-old elderly woman walking past a beautiful home in a nice neighborhood yesterday when the rescued dog suddenly escaped from the house and attacked. What can we learn from this incident? How did the dog get loose? How did the dog get out of the house?
More primitive dog breedsoften have a lower reactivity threshold. I.e., they may easily go rear-brained when excited, stressed, or fearful. Make sure to take your dog’s temperament and natural breed instinct into account while retraining his aggressive behaviors. ...
they really enjoy being with us. Play is good for your dog physically, mentally and emotionally. Your dog gets exercise, they get to work their brain and it helps to build your bond. Everybody benefits from play. –The Power of Play: How Play Opened Up a New World For My Fearful Dog...
Annie has fallen in love with my neighbor Cheryl and her partner Alec. When we walk, she drags me to their house. On good days we sit in the sun, and on rainy days we sit inside. As we talk, I watch Annie every minute because this old dog suddenly acts like a puppy or a toddle...
Just make sure you do it while the vacuum is still on, so your dog makes the association, and don’t treat them while they are acting fearful. That will reinforce the behavior. If none of this works, you may need to make an appointment with a professional canine behaviorist. Although ...