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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My Puppy Doesn’t Want to Come Out Of His Crate!
If your puppy won’t come out of his crate, he’s most likely overwhelmed, scared, or simply sees the crate as his safe den. Here’s why it happens, how to help hi
How Long Will My Dog Act Weird After Grooming?
At the end of the grooming session, you may find yourself hugging a new and clean version of your pet. But what if your dog stops acting the same? That begs the
Why Does My Dog Lunge at My Face When Excited?
Most dogs lunge at your face when excited because they want to greet you up close, the way dogs greet each other face to face. Add excitement, play or a craving
My Dog Won’t Let Me Out of His Sight: What to do?
Sometimes, whether you are home or traveling, your dog just can’t stand to be apart from you. Even if you’re just in the next room, he’ll start barking or scrat
Dog prong collars make dogs aggressive
Prong collars can make some dogs more aggressive. They work through discomfort or pain, and aversive training methods are linked to more stress, fear and aggres
Why does my dog go to bed before me?
It’s not uncommon for dogs to go to bed before their owners. In fact, some dogs may even sleep through the night while their owners are still up and about! Ther
Dog Frantically Eating Grass And Coughing (Explained)
A dog frantically eating grass and then coughing or gagging is most often dealing with an upset stomach or a blade of grass in the throat. Repeated unproductive
Why Does My Dog Wait for My Other Dog to Finish Eating?
A dog that won’t eat until your other dog finishes is usually deferring to that dog to avoid conflict, often because the other dog has signaled that it cares a
Why does my dog pant when I pet him? (6 Reasons Why)
Most dogs pant when you pet them because they're excited and happy. But panting can also mean your dog is stressed by how they're being touched, that you've fou
Why do dogs curl their paws: 6 reasons why
Want to know why your dog curls their paws? You’re not alone. It’s a common behavior that can be seen in many different breeds of dogs, and one that has puzzled
Why does my dog like to sleep alone?
Some dogs simply prefer their own space and feel more comfortable sleeping alone. Other dogs may enjoy the peace of sleeping solo. And still, other dogs may app
Why do dogs like emery boards? (5 Reasons)
Bringing home a pup can lead to some less-than-desirable moments, like the constant destruction of your favorite items by tiny teeth. However, why do dogs have