Congratulations on your new puppy! As you set off on your life together with your new best friend, I wish both of you many happy years of love, joy and togetherness. But in between all the fun and excitement, there is work to do. There’s puppy shopping, setting up sleeping arrangements, puppy training, and the [...]

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Separation anxiety is a canine behavior problem that many dog owners have to deal with. Anxiety problems range from the mildly annoying, whining every time you leave the house, for example, to destructiveness, chronic barking and even self-mutilation. What Causes Separation Anxiety? Dogs are social, and sociable, animals. They build strong bonds with members of [...]

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Dogs and are smart, faithful and loving creatures but don’t be duped. Under the hood your loyal pal is really a wolf in dog’s clothing. Accepting this idea is at the core of understanding how your dog thinks, and why he behaves in the ways that he does. How Dogs View Their World A dog’s [...]

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Dogs have a wide vocabulary that includes barking, growling, howling, as well as whining. All of these convey their own message. Whining for example is normally interpreted as a sign of distress, and as such instantly draws our attention. Dogs, being smart creatures, have figured this out. And some dogs, especially those with dotting owners, [...]

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