Your dog has a wide range of facial expressions that he utilizes to communicate efficiently with you and other canines he meets. Regularly monitoring these expressions in play or, conversely, when he's worried or threatened can provide you with valuable insight into your dog's mental state, especially when other body language signals and the scenario are taken into account. You can judge how your dog is feeling and become significantly more proficient … [Read more...] about Understanding What Your Dog’s Expressions Actually Mean
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Best Pet Names
The top 10 pet names for small and large dogs, cats, rodents (guinea pigs and hamsters), birds (parrots), reptiles, and fish (goldfish) are included in this list. The greatest names for all pet lovers who are having a hard time coming up with an appropriate name for their new family member. Use our list to look for that unique name. We hope our list help you find the perfect name for your new pet, whether it's a puppy, cat, hamster, or bird! Small Dog … [Read more...] about Best Pet Names
Cats and Dogs Living Together
Cats and dogs have different views on life. Can the two species live together peacefully? Dreaming of adding a dog to your happy, contented cat household? Worried the fur may fly? You can maintain harmony in your newly expanded pet household as long as you're willing to be patient, responsible and caring. First, recognize cats and dogs are two different species and they view the world differently, especially in your home. Cats are territorial. … [Read more...] about Cats and Dogs Living Together
Dog Humping Behavior
Why do Dogs Hump or Mount? Dog humping behavior can have different reasons. If your dog is humping or mounting, he can be in a playful and excited state, he can express dominance, he can be sexually stimulated or he can have an irritation. Humping or mounting isn’t always sex related as even female dogs can show this behavior, although they don’t exhibit it as often as male dogs. And if your male dog is humping his mate certainly doesn’t mean that … [Read more...] about Dog Humping Behavior
Large Family Dogs
Do you love the idea of having a large dog? Have you watched television programs that an individual or family owned a large dog and thought to yourself that you wanted one? Though there are joys that come with owning a big dog breed, there are things that need to be considered before jumping in there and getting yourself one. Something to keep in mind is there are pros and cons to owning a dog that is from a large breed. A lot depends on where you … [Read more...] about Large Family Dogs
Foods That are Harmful to Dogs
When you love your dog it is only natural to want to give them as much affection as possible. One way we show our affection is by giving them human food as a special treat. This is fine as long as it is a treat and not a regular habit which leads to your dog being overweight. However there are some foods that are quite harmful to dogs and can end in tragedy if they eat them. We have listed some of the less obvious foods below to help you understand … [Read more...] about Foods That are Harmful to Dogs
Best Small Family Dogs For Kids
Today, more than ever, families with kids are looking to cuddle up with all kind of types of small dogs. Although larger canines are fun, friendly, and a joy to be around, there is something about toy dogs that just make people and especially kids smile at the sight of them. But which ones are America’s favorites? From which can you choose from? Below is a list of the country’s top small dogs breeds for kids. Of all the different types of small … [Read more...] about Best Small Family Dogs For Kids
Bernese Mountain Dog
What are white, tan, and jet-black all over? That would be the Bernese Mountain Dog, a large dog breed that originated from the Alps of Switzerland. This hard-working breed was kept originally as farm dogs and companions of alpine herders and dairymen. To further understand this loyal dog breed, here are some tidbits of information of the Bernese Mountain Dog. 4 Things You Didn't Know About Bernese Mountain Dog Fact #1 These breed are also called … [Read more...] about Bernese Mountain Dog
Dog Jumping Behavior – How to Stop Your Dog From Jumping
Do you have a dog that just won’t stop jumping? There’s nothing worse than being bombarded by a big slobbering pooch every day when you get home from work. Worse still, overexcited dogs can overwhelm visitors and even injure small children with their jumping. If you are sneaking past your dog through the side gate when you come home and hesitant to introduce friends to your dog, it’s time to take control of the situation. Once you have a well … [Read more...] about Dog Jumping Behavior – How to Stop Your Dog From Jumping
How to Stop Dog Barking at Night
Oh no! Is that dog keeping you up again at night? I know it can be frustrating when my own neighbor’s dog would stay up and howl at the moon all night long. Why do dogs bark at night? What can you do to stop dog barking at night when it gets out of hand? Your dog is up all night yapping over God-knows-what and it’s keeping you awake or running the risk of getting your neighbors on your bad side or? Your neighbor’s dog is at it again barking … [Read more...] about How to Stop Dog Barking at Night
