A Social Butterfly Isn’t Born Overnight: Socializing Your Dog
Sometimes we set very high expectations for our furry loved ones; such as superb communications skills, extremely friendly disposition, and the ability to keep completely calm when faced with unfamiliar situations. A bit much? Yes, but not impossible.
We adopted…
How Old is that Dog in the Window?
If you have decided to adopt a dog from an animal shelter or rescue GOOD FOR YOU! If you have already adopted or acquired your dog as a stray or from a friend THAT’S GREAT TOO!
Chances are, you know…
Animals Celebrating National Friendship Day
August 05, 2012 at 9:00:48 am | Posted by Jane C. in Cat Behavior, Dog Behavior, Pet Adoption, Pet Care
no comments TweetAre your household pets literally “fighting like cats and dogs?” Does your dog constantly chase your poor cat up a tree? Think it just can’t be any different? Well, in honor of National Friendship Day, we’ve put together a few…
Read More »Doggie Discourse I: Tail Talk
When I was 10 years old, I came down the stairs on Christmas morning to find a fluffy, waggling, golden retriever puppy with a big red bow around his neck waiting for me. Needless to say, it was the best…
Read More »Ask the Experts: Tail Chasing & Injuries?
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Dawn Writes:
We have a 4…
The Mishaps of an Adventurous Dog
I know my parents love me to death and this is why I also know they’ve been pretty close to having heart attacks many times since I came into their lives. I am, what humans would call, very adventurous and…
Read More »Pet Calming Techniques for the 4th of July
June 29, 2012 at 11:07:09 am | Posted by Deva C. in Cat Behavior, Dog Behavior, Pet Care, Pet Identification, Pet Microchipping
2 comments TweetIndependence Day is here again, bringing food, fun, and – of course – fireworks. This holiday tradition can terrify even the most patriotic pets, and many take the opportunity to celebrate their own independence… by running away! Area animal shelters…
Read More »Today We Celebrate Pets in Film!
June 19, 2012 at 9:24:33 am | Posted by Courtney F. in Dog Adoption, Dog Behavior, Pet Adoption
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Happy National Pets in Film Day!
You may have seen his face on TV shows and commercials, mingling with the likes of Betty White and James Cromwell, even co-starring with Hollywood A-listers like Reese Witherspoon and acting in an…
Ask the Experts: Housebreaking Older Dogs?
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Robbie Writes:
I have a 2…
Biting the Hand that Feeds: Possessive Aggression in Dogs
Many dog owners are startled when their loving pet starts to growl or even bite when they try to take away a cherished toy or bowl of food. The behavioral term for this is possessive aggression and it is very…
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