Dogs bark for all kinds of reasons—to let you know they need to go out, to greet you playfully, or to alert you when a stranger is at the door. In each of these instances, your pet is trying to tell you something, but what about when Fido barks for s...
When your dog ignores your commands, it isn’t just frustrating—it can be dangerous to his health. Not only does snubbing...
A silent pet may sound like an apartment dweller’s dream, but in a reality, when dogs don’t bark, it can be a major caus...
Many dog owners are puzzled when their canine companions tear at the ground with their hind feet after eliminating. Often, they assume the behavior is similar to a cat’s— that their pooch is attempting to “cover up” his mess. This couldn’t be farther...
No one wants a dog that jumps on guests or begs during a dinner party, or that growls at other pets during his own meals...
If you’ve ever come home to find furniture overturned, blankets chewed and claw marks on the door, chances are you’re de...
It’s common knowledge that a wagging tail is a sign of a happy, friendly dog, but many pet owners don’t know that this everyday behaviour can also signal fear, insecurity or even aggression in our canine companions. Watching a dog’s body language, th...
Whether it’s on the couch or in their own beds, dogs often turn a dizzying array of circles before finally settling down...
It may be cute in a puppy, but when your full-grown dog jumps up to greet you, it can be a nuisance and dangerous for ch...
A dog may be man’s best friend, but it doesn’t always feel that way when you come home to find he’s destroyed your favorite pair of shoes or gnawed the arm of the sofa. There are several explanations for Fido’s fixation on chewing, however, ranging f...