You’ve brought home this cute, adorable puppy and all of a sudden, he or she has turned into a little menace, creating turmoil in your home. Your puppy needs to be taught what he can or cannot do. Before you correct the bad behavior, it will help immensely if you train your dog o...
However, dogs do not think like us, and they have different social rituals and instincts. As a result,bad dog behavior commonly arises due to miscommunication and misunderstanding between human and dog. The best way I have found to help stop my dog’s bad behavior is to learn how to “se...
You can also work on good leash behavior both inside and outside the house. Teaching your dog to “heel” (walk at your side) is an important leash behavior because it is more comfortable than being pulled and gives you greater control. There are variousways to teach “heel,”but a comm...
A corollary: When a client and I set up a behavior plan, the dog walker can be an important part of carrying it out. But even a qualified dog trainer who’s walking your dog shouldn’t be conducting behavior modification on her own initiative. Her job is to show your dog a good time...
So, if your dog’s behavior is getting you down, consider this: Is his gut healthy enough for him to do what you’re asking of him? Or are you working against your goals by feeding a diet that sets him up to fail before he’s even begun? References Bosch G et al. Dietary nutrien...
How to check for a "skin tent”: Simply lift the skin and fur at the nape of your dog’s neck. If the skin and fur don’t go back immediately, your dog is likely dehydrated.For those who are severely dehydrated, the skin will remain tented. This is a critical situation, especially...
Fact #3: You have 12 -16 weeks to create a friendly adult dog. Events during thefirst few monthsof your puppy’s life will determine if your adult dog will be a social butterfly or a frightened, shy, neurotic, anxious dog. ***Every certified applied animal behaviorist is familiar with...
for the puppies. Your dog will become unsettled and may start what is known as “nesting behavior,” finding herself a quiet place. Her body temperature will drop. She may start panting and lose her appetite. This stage usually lasts 6 to 12 hours but may be longer in first-time mothers...
Canine Mythbusting: How to analyze (and discard!) persistent myths about dog behaviorMiller, Pat
Below, we have outlined why it is important to measure your dog’s height, the equipment you need for this task, and we also give you a step-by-step guide on how to do it. Additionally, you will find out how your dog’s height affects his behavior and abilities. ...