A good rule thumb is that dogs should poop at least once a day. Some may poop up to five times, others two or three. Anything over five could be worth keeping an eye on. The way a dog relieves themselves can reveal some details about their general health, especially their digestive health. Defecation frequency … Read more
Dogs can hear, smell, and see babies, but they don’t really know what a baby is, so it is shocking when dogs treat babies differently than adults. While your dog may not care much about adults, you might notice that your dog seems especially interested in babies. Have you ever noticed how some dogs have … Read more
When it comes to our furry friends, it’s no surprise that we humans believe that they are capable of understanding love and emotion. We show our affection for our pets through belly rubs, petting and kisses. But, do these furry creatures actually understand what a kiss is or is it just another form of physical … Read more
Collars with Bells Might be Okay. Sometimes they’re okay, and sometimes they’re not. It all depends on your dog, his temperament, his environment, and his propensity for eating things he shouldn’t. So take all of those factors into account, and if you think it’s a go, then give it a try. When it comes to … Read more
Dogs enjoy learning tricks and earning reinforcers during training. These reinforcers may be a food reward or a very happy, excited owner who is praising the dog. Tricky Trainers offers tasty treats that are the perfect size for tricks training. It’s simple to become fixated on teaching your dog to heel, sit, stay, down, and … Read more
It is entirely normal for a dog to resist having its paws touched, and in most cases, it is an instinctual reaction. If you want your dog to trust you to handle its paws, then you should plan on training your dog to accept the handling at an early age. It’s an age-old question for … Read more
If you have both cats and dogs in your household, you’ve probably noticed that they both groom themselves but with different techniques. Cats are meticulous groomers that spend a good portion of their time licking themselves, while dogs tend to rely more on their paws and tongues to clean their fur. This begs the question: … Read more
Most pet owners will agree that their pets love being scratched. They all have their favorite spots. For most, the belly is a favorite – from the smallest to the largest dogs, it’s true. No matter how happy you are to see them or how proud you are that they didn’t urinate on the carpet … Read more
It will know it was an accident; dogs don’t hold grudges over accidents. Dogs don’t really understand an apology as such, they just read intent. If you show regret, the dog knows it was an accident. Humans and canines have had a close bond for centuries, and it’s not hard to see why. Dogs are … Read more
Dogs also “express” their anal sacs anal sacs The anal glands or anal sacs are small glands near the anus in many mammals, including dogs and cats. They are paired sacs on either side of the anus between the external and internal sphincter muscles. Sebaceous glands within the lining secrete a liquid that is used … Read more