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5 Strange Eating Habits And What They Mean About Your Dog

Your dog’s quirks only make you love them more, but sometimes their behavior is downright strange. When it comes time for dinner, many dogs express themselves in mysterious ways. Understanding why dogs do what they do isn’t exactly science, but there is something to say about putting yourself in their paws. If you start thinking like a dog, you might be able to figure out exactly why your pup insists on a particular behavior at meal time. Here are a … Read more

5 Tips For Handling Your Dog’s High Prey Drive

When your dog has a high prey drive, no squirrel, cat, or plastic bag floating in the wind is safe. They’ll chase anything that moves, and that poses obvious problems when it comes to both their safety and their prey’s. Descended from wolves, every dog at its base level is considered a predator. For some breeds, the instinct to chase and kill has been used as an asset. Border Collies, Airedale Terriers, Rhodesian Ridgebacks—they’ve all been bred for a specific … Read more

5 Strategies For When Your Dog Doesn’t Listen

Everyone wants their furry companion to be a well-mannered member of the family, but like people, dogs have minds of their own. Whether they’re 10 weeks or 10 years old, dogs respond to training and commands in different ways. Sometimes, their response is to not respond at all. Dogs that don’t listen aren’t necessarily defiant, disobedient, or dumb. They might be choosing not to listen to you on purpose, but they also might not know what you want from them. … Read more

5 Signs Your Shih Tzu is Stressed

Shih Tzus are an affectionate and outgoing breed. However, they can definitely get stressed and anxious about the world around them. Being an effective dog parent includes knowing when your Shih Tzu is nervous or fearful, so you can help them to relax. The following are 5 signs that your Shih Tzu is stressed: Image Source: Kevin Long Via Flickr #1 – Whining If your Shih Tzu is stressed, he may whine. Usually the whining is paired with pacing if ... Read more