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Why is My Dog Pacing and Panting?
There are hundreds of possible reasons for dogs panting and pacing. Here, we’ll explore a few to give you an idea of how to sort out the possibilities, get to the heart of your dog pacing, and decide whether you need to do something about it.
How to Stop Dog Humping
Let’s look at what dog humping is really about and then talk about making it stop.
Dog Begging Part 2: How to Stop Dog Begging
In Part 1 of the dog begging series, we discussed why otherwise well-fed dogs beg for food. Here in Part 2, we will give Linda and other dog owners tips for getting a dog to stop begging for food.
What are the Main Adolescent Dog Behavior Problems?
Human teenage years are a challenge for parents. While a dog’s adolescence is also challenging, there are things you can do to help your dog and soldier through the behavior problems that lie ahead.
Dog Incontinence Part 1: What Causes Dog Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence in dogs can happen for reasons covering a range from relatively mild to severe—anatomical abnormalities, kidney disease, infections, and more. Urinary incontinence is a medical condition, not a learned behavior where you have a dog peeing in the house intentionally; therefore, it requires medical attention as soon as possible.
Are You Dealing with a Hyperactive Dog? What are the Symptoms of Dog Hyperactivity?
What is a hyperactive dog? When they’re zooming across the house, do you wonder whether they have a behavior disorder or just high energy levels? This is an important distinction, as the latter is a matter of the dog’s natural temperament while the former is a clinical condition that needs a veterinarian’s help.
Let’s look at hyperactivity and what you can do about it.
Dog Begging Part 1: Why Do Dogs Beg for Food?
If your dog is begging for food, don’t jump directly to the guilty assumption that you’re not feeding them well or enough. There are several possible reasons why your furry little angel is giving you the big puppy-dog eyes and a dramatic sigh.
Dog Stress Part 2: Addressing Your Dog’s Stress Symptoms
Some people believe that dogs have nothing to stress about. After all, if they’re living in a good home such as yours, what could they possibly worry about? However, dogs experience a wide range of emotions, just like we do. They learn from their environment, and sometimes their past environments have taught them to fear.
There are numerous dog stress signals and causes, which we covered in Part 1 of this dog stress series. Now, let’s look at ways to deal with it.
Teaching Your Dog How to Play “Go Fetch!”
When it’s taught the right way, even some of the more reluctant dogs can learn to enjoy it. You just need some time and patience. Oh, and treats! Here are some tips on how to teach your dog to play “go fetch!”.