Would a dog with a torn CCL eat his supper? Is there a chance an injured dog would believe his owner caused the pain?
Good morning, Can you teach “heel” by having your dog walk beside you while leading him with a treat in your closed fist down by your side and...
Was doing well until the deer flies started tormenting him. Lol. Any positive criticism welcome. [MEDIA]
We feed Duggan away from traffic in his own space. Sometimes even out on the deck. Don't make it worse, let them be to eat in peace. I can...
Do dogs have a concept of time. I'm not talking about waking you at 8 every morning or knowing exactly when dinner is served but more conceptual....
Here another fun winter vid [MEDIA]
[MEDIA] Ignore the destruction of Recall and enjoy
We went back to socializing Duggan as well when he went through this stage, We tend to get complacent and settle into routines. It helped some but...
Maybe the neighbours can bring the SB over for play dates.
Duggan has one soft toy that he won't destroy, he just mouths gently on it once in a while or brings it to newcomers as they come in the house....
Don't worry, try and educate yourself as best as possible to make things easier. Get a copy of "The Happy Puppy Handbook" and "Total Recall".
I missed the freeze until the very second I read your post. Thinking back, He froze in a particular stance and tossed a look before growling.
I ignored also but sometimes I would give the item he nicked back and practiced him giving it back to me. ( for treats ), then I weened him of the...
My boy isn't a licker but he used to love dryer sheets and baby wipes. Pooped one out a while back. Makes me wonder what else is in there. Lol
Oops. Didn't see your post Pilatelover
Resource guarding is when a dog protects something. Usually food but can extend to toys, bones a person or even a location. It usually starts with...
I'd change my morning routine, take him out before his breakfast and use this as a chance to practice recall using the food as a huge reward. Only...
Our first child came when puppy was three months. He seemed to instinctively know she was off limits. Never even investigated her at first. Now...
I encourage the "zoomies".Duggan gets in the zoomie stance when he's ready to rip and I just lunge one step and he's off. Burns the pent up energy...
I hope I don't offend you but it is possible the other person in the "we" over reacted to a situation and scared your puppy without you knowing?...
