Many of us like the idea of a guard dog who helps to keep the house safe. What better deterrent from criminals than a big, scary guard dog with a …
My Dog Doesn’t Play With Other Dogs. Is That OK?
Dogs are social animals – right? So how come some dogs don’t play with other dogs? It can be confusing and frustrating (and even downright embarrassing) to own a socially …
Can You Train a High Prey Drive Dog to Live With a Kitten?
Dogs are predators – but we often don’t really want them to act out those predatory instincts. Some dogs are more “high prey drive” than others. Is it even possible …
How Do I Teach My Dog to Share?
Teaching a dog to share isn’t easy. Unlike children, we can’t explain to our dogs that sharing is caring. And in the “real world,” it’s not common for a non-related …
How to Train an Aggressive, Disabled Senior Dog
It’s not uncommon for aging dogs to get a bit grumpier. Pain and diminished sensory capacity can make the whole world seem more threatening. So how do you stop aggression …
Help! My Cat Bites Me When I Pet Her!
Some cats bite when we try to pet them and show them we love them. This painful and frustrating behavior problem is no joke – almost a third of the …
A Dog Walks Into a Shelter and Growls at the Staff – Why?
Jack was a big, black Shepherd/Husky mix (or at least that was our best guess). He growled when the intake staff at the shelter moved him from the overnight kennels …
How Do I Teach My Dog to Play Nicely With Other Dogs?
Photo credit to Patrice Alsteen. Not all dogs are natural social butterflies. Some dogs are born a bit more aloof with others, while other dogs learn to be socially standoffish …
My Puppy Bites Kids: What Do I Do?
Puppies can be bundles of joy and holy terrors, often within the same minute. They like to bite, chase, tackle, and play rough. While they’re not as big as adult …
Dealing with Dog Sibling Rivalry
Just like people, some dogs really struggle with sibling rivalry. In fact, dogs that go home with their siblings often struggle with aggression issues more than dogs who are raised …
