Training & Behavior
Why dogs do the odd things they do, and how to train them: barking, chewing, eating habits, multi-dog homes and more.
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What does it mean when dogs howl in their sleep?
When a dog howls in their sleep, it almost always means they’re dreaming. It’s normal and usually nothing to worry about, unless it comes with signs of a seizur
Dog suddenly won’t go on grass – 5 Reasons why
If your dog won’t go on grass, you may be wondering why. Is it because they’re afraid of getting their paws wet? Do they not like the way the grass feels? Or is
Dog doesn’t play anymore – 4 Reasons why
What do you imagine when you talk about dogs? Agile, always on the move, full of energy! Yes, these are some words you can undoubtedly associate with a dog. How
Dog Growling At Dog Walker (3 Reasons Why)
If you’re a dog lover, you know that growling is one way dogs communicate with each other and with humans. But what do you do when your dog starts growling at t
Why Does My dog Love Everyone Except One Person?
When a dog loves everyone except one person, something about that person usually makes the dog uneasy, from body language and voice to smell or a bad experience
Why don’t dogs like when you blow on them?
Most dogs don’t like being blown on because it’s an odd, uncomfortable sensation that comes out of nowhere: a rush of air hits their sensitive nose, eyes and ea
Does chaining a dog make it aggressive?
Chaining a dog has been shown to increase the risk of aggressive behavior, but does that mean all chained dogs are aggressive? Not necessarily. Many factors can
My dog keeps breaking his collar: what to do?
If your dog keeps breaking his collar, the cause is usually a poor fit, a collar too flimsy for his size, pulling on the leash, or scratching at a collar that’s
What is DMT dog training?
DMT dog training stands for Distraction, Mark, Treat: you mark the moment your dog notices a distraction, then reward. Over time your dog learns to check in wit
Dog Panics When Owner Jumps In Water: What To Do?
A dog that panics when you jump in the water usually thinks you’re in trouble. Keep your dog safely on land, reward calm behavior while you get in slowly, and b
If a dog tastes blood, will it attack again?
No, tasting blood does not make a dog attack again; the idea that dogs get a taste for blood is a myth. What raises the risk of another attack is whatever cause
Conditioned Emotional Response in Dog Training
A conditioned emotional response (CER) is an automatic feeling a dog learns to link with something, like excitement at the sight of the leash. Learn how trainer