Overall, female Pitbulls are better personal guard dogs than male Pitbulls. It will be situational, but female Pitbulls are usually cautious. They will silently enter into a completely alert position without growling or snarling. These days, there is a lot of conversation about Pitbulls, their personalities, and how aggressive and protective they can be. On … Read more
Even old dogs that are no longer interested in long walks benefit from the stimuli of outdoor sights, sounds, and smells. Dogs are happier when they can spend time with their humans and also get outside for some fresh air when the mood takes them. Bad weather is one reason to limit time outdoors. Q: … Read more
“The pooping position is a vulnerable position for dogs,” Friedman said. “The feeling of being vulnerable is left over from their wild ancestor, the wolf, who still has to fend for himself in the wild. This must be one of the weirder questions on the list that we receive from readers, but we’ve never shied … Read more
Dogs have fewer taste buds than we do—about 1,700 in the average dog compared to 9,000 in us. Taste buds in different parts of the tongue respond to different microscopic molecules. Like us, dogs can identify sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. Unlike us, they also have special taste buds aimed at tasting only water. When … Read more
A: Dogs don’t groom themselves as a cat would. If a dog is “bathing” himself or herself and licking parts of their skin, chances are that your dog has an allergic skin itch as opposed to being a self-groomer. Dogs typically should not lick themselves for any more than a few minutes a day. When … Read more
Whining is one of many forms of canine vocal communication. Dogs most commonly whine when they’re seeking attention, when they’re excited, when they’re anxious or when they’re trying to appease you. I can’t stand hearing my dog yelp in pain because of a spinal condition because it makes me so uncomfortable. It seems that I’m … Read more
Dogs will wag their tail to convey a range of emotions: happiness, nervousness, feeling threatened, anxiety, submission and excitement. It’s thought that when a dog is relaxed, its tail will sit in a resting position. It’s one of the great joys of dog parenting. After a long day, you arrive home to your furry friend’s … Read more
The AVMA AVMA The AVMA is the nation’s leading advocate for the veterinary profession. Representing more than 99,500 members, we protect, promote and advance the needs of all veterinarians and those they serve. https://www.avma.org › about We are AVMA | American Veterinary Medical Association and American Animal Hospital Association recently stated that dental cleanings should … Read more
She says it’s tough to know how much a dog understands or is feeling near the end of their life, but some behaviors might be more apparent. “Many dogs appear to be more ‘clingy’ or attached, following you around consistently and remaining close,” Bergeland says. The lifespan of our beloved canine companions is significantly shorter … Read more
Nervously aggressive behavior: Since a female dog in heat is secreting mating hormones, she may exhibit unusually aggressive behavior. Dogs in heat need to be treated with care. Learn about the symptoms of a dog going into heat and be ready for what’s coming so you can protect your furry friend. Knowing the signs of … Read more