There are a number of reasons that dogs may be peeing on their fellow canines. If this is an ongoing issue for your pet, read why and what you can do...
You have to be careful with this one, too. If two cats compete against one another, they might start peeing over the same spots to dominate the other’s scent. If you suspect this might be happening, be on the lookout for other areas like bedding, doors, closets, and laundry piles. I...
To you, your dog's urine simply stinks, but to your dog, it's a dossier of information he shares with other dogs. Dogs urinate inappropriately for many reasons, including marking, anxiety, and medical issues. If you have a problem with a dog peeing on furniture, be patient and work wit...
Bring your dog to a veterinarian to rule out a health issue as the cause of his odd behavior and get him treatment. Usually treating a health issue should stop him from pooping and peeing on your bed. Older dogs could be dealing with mobility issues due to conditions like arthritis. Your ...
Lonnie Olson has been training dogs since she was 11 years old and spent 30 years teaching people to train their dogs in her successful Dog’s Choice Training Centers. In 1996, Lonnie foundedDog Scouts of America, a non-profit educational and charitable organization that promotes responsible dog...
Why You Should Take Your Pup on a “Scent Walk”—All the Dogs Are Doing It Why you should let your dog get all their sniffs out on a stroll. How to Know if Your Dog Has Imprinted on You If they’re following you around like your shadow, there’s a reason for that. ...
Same as it is with humans, it's easier for dogs to get the hang of things while they are young. However, this doesn’t mean that the process will be easier. Puppies are full of energy and still at a stage of development when they need tolearneverything from scratch. A puppy doesn’...
Get important health plans from vets & experts. It’s natural and it’s free. SubscribeJoanne Keenan Joanne is a writer on the Dogs Naturally Content Team. For 20 years, she’s been committed to maintaining a multi-dog household reared on raw meat, whole foods and good manners. She ...
Alternatively, it may be because your dog is extremely submissive (see our notes on this earlier in the guide, especially those that pertain to formerly stray dogs that on a low rung of a pack’s pecking order). This is a behavior that you will want to coach your dog out of, as it...
You can get “reactive to your child’s reactivity,” and watch things escalate, or you can try to be objective and thoughtful about how you want to handle the situation. Saying things like, “You’ve been here for three years! When are you going to get a job?” is reactive an...