Archive for Problem Behavior
Eliminating Unwanted Behavior
Dogs are very good at being dogs – the dig, bark, chew on things and delight in all things doggy. Unfortunately, what is often totally acceptable in the dog world is often socially unacceptable in the human world. So it is our duty to teach our dogs the rules and then enforce them. Remember though, [...]
Dog Parks – Friend or Foe?
Dog Parks have a controversial reputation, and with good reason. For the dog owner, they can be a great place to socialize your canine companion, let him play with friends, get some good exercise and otherwise blow off steam. They can also be places where dogs run out of control, fights break out, and young [...]
Housetraining and Crating
People often find housetraining their puppy a difficult process, especially with smaller breed dogs (who have smaller bladders). The key to effective, quick housetraining is to PREVENT MISTAKES. The more often your puppy has accidents in the house, the more it understands that inside is the place to go. The more often your puppy potties [...]
“The Dominance Controversy”
I know, you all probably think I’m obsessed with dominance and Cesar Millan. I keep bringing it up because the general public keeps showing me that they are still misinformed about dog behavior. Dr. Sophia Yin, a veterinarian specializing in dog behavior, has an excellent article on her website that discusses “The Dominance Controversy.” In [...]
How Do I Stop My Dog Digging?
Why does my dog dig? Dogs dig for a variety of reasons. Some of the most common ones are listed below. Bored Boris — Boris digs because he has nothing better to do. He has a lot of energy, and has been left in the yard by himself, so he entertains himself by digging. Stressed [...]
Puppy Play Biting and Nipping
Why does my puppy bite me? Believe it or not, your puppy is just trying to play with you. If she were playing with another puppy, she would chew on its ears, attack its tail and otherwise have a good rough and tumble wrestling match, complete with teeth! She has no idea that this is [...]
