Dog language got you puzzled? You’re not alone. Dogs are incredibly social animals with an arsenal of communication skills that can rival even those of humans. Many of us tend to lump canine interactions into just one category – barking. But in reality there are many different kinds of dog messages with each one attempting to […]
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The dachshund breed, also known as the weenie dog, doxie, or dauchsie, is laughable to look at. His long sausage-like body is supported by four powerful but very short legs, while his long nose and long ears complement his short neck and thick chest. Ranging in size from five to 35 pounds, dachshunds were bred
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These curious and bizarre dog behaviors are very often misinterpreted. Understandably, we humans tend to see animals in human terms. When an animal has its mouth open and is showing its teeth, for example, humans often interpret it as smiling. On the contrary; humans are just about the only animals that show happiness by showing
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Clicker training is a fast-growing trend among professional dog trainers and dog owners. Experts claim this method provides gentle encouragement to the dog and yields results quicker than other methods. Clicker training helps the dog pinpoint the behavior that triggers a reward, cutting learning time in half. Conditioning the Clicker Prior to holding a clicker
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Should you bring your dog on vacation with you? You could put your dog in a pet hotel or hire a pet sitter, but bringing your furry friend along provides unique opportunities for the two of you, or the whole family, to create fun and lasting memories. Bringing your dog on vacation may sound slightly
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Can you really house train your puppy in one day? Furry, wriggly, playful puppies are adorable additions to any household. But after days or weeks of unsuccessful house-training efforts, they may not seem as cute as they did at first. Speeding up the house-training process can make raising your puppy more enjoyable. If you’re fortunate
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These 8 DIY dog toys are not only free and easy to make, they may even help with the house cleaning. Or not?! But if you’re like me, you know there’s almost nothing sweeter than the excitement in your dog’s eyes when you bring home a new toy. Playing with your pooch stimulates their mind,
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Can you include your dog in more of your activities? You and I are no strangers to the love of a dog. Dogs can brighten our days with their eager-to-please attitude and loyal companionship … so long as we can fit them into our busy schedules. Unfortunately, in real life, we’re often too busy to
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Why not raise a service dog while you’re taking care of your own dog? Do you love puppies? Can you teach simple commands and proper behavior? If so, then you might want to consider volunteering as a puppy trainer to assist people with special needs. The world’s largest provider of dogs that help people with
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You and I know that good food is one of the most important parts of maintaining good health. We have also been taught that human food is generally bad for dogs. While there are certainly some human foods that are bad for your dog (some are even toxic), many common foods we eat are actually
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Are you adding a second dog to your family? I ask because, for the past two weeks, my dog Cooper and I have played host to Cooper’s twin brother Max, while his owner has been out of town. As litter mates, Cooper and Max need no introduction when they get together. But what about adding
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Should you brush your dog daily? Absolutely! The importance of brushing and combing your dog can sometimes get lost in the ordinary routines of the day, but here are five good reasons why this simple task should remain a daily priority for you and your dog. 1. Grooming your dog every day not only keeps
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