Adopting a canine companion is a wonderful way to give a dog a new home and sometimes even a second chance. When you adopt a dog, you might find that the dog already has a microchip from its previous owner, and you may wonder what you should do about that. If your dog has an …
Dogs are not just animals but beloved members of our family. If you’re like me, a dog’s death is as devastating as the death of a human member of the family. Should this happen to you, you might ask yourself, “What should I do if my dog died, and I can’t get over it?” When …
When you have to be away from home for any reason, it’s convenient to be able to pay someone else to look after your pets at home rather than having to relocate them to kennels. Many people make use of teenagers in their communities to do this job, which raises the question of how much …
Your new puppy will likely consume much of your time and energy, and you may want to be with them all the time. Still, for most pet owners, there will be times when you need to leave your dog at home, and it’s important that you teach this skill from the outset. You can leave …
Humans long ago labeled dogs as man’s best friend. After all, you wouldn’t find many wolves and humans interacting socially. When dog domestication began, pack hierarchy did not cease to exist, but do dogs think we are part of their pack? Yes, dogs think of humans as part of their pack and treat them as …
Dogs are one of the smartest mammals on the planet. With an immense intelligence, ability to be trained and learn tricks, and an intense love for their owners, it’s no surprise what dogs can do. Dogs can remember who their owners are after two weeks. Dogs have excellent long-term memories. They can remember specific events …
Dog owners are faced with a variety of challenges as their canine companions grow and develop. Aging dogs might be experiencing health problems, while puppies will be adjusting to being away from their mother. The way owners approach interactions with their dogs is dependent on the canine’s needs, and these needs must even be considered …
An owner’s physical and emotional reactions have an impact on their dogs. Owners must carefully respond to negative attention-seeking behaviors to maintain a trusting relationship while discouraging bad habits. Even something as simple as ignoring a dog can have unforeseen effects. Dogs are aware of when you ignore them. They are impacted both physically and …
The most important senses a dog possesses are sight, touch, and smell, and a dog uses all three senses to perceive their world. However, the sense of smell is their primary sense, and through their highly developed sense of smell, dogs learn about each other, potential threats, and tasty treats. This raises the question, “Can …
If you ask a pet parent how astute their dog is, you will likely be told their dog is smarter than most humans and the smartest kid on the block. With a simple sniff of the bum, dogs can process a great deal of information on another dog, including their age, gender, and mood. Still, …
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