Dogs aren’t really good at sharing. So what do you do if one of your dogs has a bad habit of stealing food from your other dogs? The situation gets …
My Old Dog Is Scared of My New Dog – What Do I Do?
When you bring home a second dog, you’re probably hoping (or even expecting) that he’ll be fast friends with your first dog. But what do you do if your current …
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 …
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 …
My Puppies Play Really Rough. Is that OK?
Many dogs really love rough-and-tumble play. But how do you know when your dog’s wrestling has gone too far? In today’s Ask a Behavior Consultant, we answer the question, I recently …
How Do I Teach My Dog to Play Nicely With Other Dogs?
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 after a bad experience (or …
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 …
How Do I Help My Dogs Accept a New Dog?
Integrating a new dog to a household is almost always a bumpy road. Things only get more difficult if the original dogs aren’t enthused about their new housemate. In the …
Why Does My Dog Bark and Lunge at Other Dogs?
Just as you’re starting to enjoy walking your dog, she explodes into a frenzy of barking and lunging. She almost pulls you off your feet as she strains towards another …
How should I manage dog-dog resource guarding?
Managing dog-dog resource guarding in the home is always a bit of a challenge. When you’re a foster family for a rescue or shelter, you’re constantly dealing with dogs that …
