What Is Resource Guarding? Resource guarding is a fairly common canine behavior issue, and can be among the most serious of behavior problems if it is not managed properly. In the wild, resources are scarce, and wild dogs learned to guard their food, shelter, and...
How do I know if my pet’s problem is due to separation anxiety? Separation anxiety describes dogs that are overly attached or dependent on family members. They become extremely anxious and show distress behaviors of vocalization, destruction, house-soiling or...
Does your dog seem to be afraid of people and/or other animals? Learn more about what might be causing their fear. My dog seems to be afraid of people and/or other animals-why might that be? There are many reasons that dogs can develop a fear of people. First, there...
The best way to train your pet is through the proper use of positive reinforcement/rewards. You’ll want to understand when and how to use them and what will happen if they are improperly used. With training, you want your pet to “learn” the desired...
As dog owners, we want to be sure that crossing paths with other dogs in public spaces is safe for all parties involved. Here are a few tips for when you are out and about with your dogs this summer. Keep your dog on a leash, and once your dog has made eye contact...
Are you bringing a new dog into your home? Here are some tips on how to best introduce your newest addition to your current dog(s). Adding another dog to your household can bring you and your current dog more fun and companionship. However, it’s important to realize...
