Tight Spaces Can Cause Dogs To Growl
Tight spaces can cause dogs to growl. Just ask Ginger. The other night she was resting in the darkened, narrow hallway just outside her human mom’s closed bedroom door. During the day when she is resting in the open, first floor living space and her young human brother approaches, her body language clearly shows sheRead more “Tight Spaces Can Cause Dogs To Growl”
How I Kept My Dog Safe From Off Leash Dogs
When you have a little dog that takes anti-anxiety medication and has a fear of many large dogs, you tend to be careful about where and how you walk him. At least I am. Last week we had a very scary incident that could have led to dog aggression just as we were finishing aRead more “How I Kept My Dog Safe From Off Leash Dogs”
A Quiz For Kids On Dog Body Language
I see children all of the time who love having a dog a part of their family. I also see many dogs that are uncomfortable and often do not feel safe around kids. That is why I think it is so important to teach kids that part of being a good dog friend is understandingRead more “A Quiz For Kids On Dog Body Language”
When Rolled Over, Does Your Dog Always Want A Rub?
There are so many different circumstances when I have seen a dog roll over to expose his belly. At night time, my Dawson often jumps next to me on the sofa only to roll over in a total state of relaxation and will stay in that position for as long as I will continue toRead more “When Rolled Over, Does Your Dog Always Want A Rub?”
Preventing Danger In The Park
Dawson and I had an unexpected hiccup in our otherwise relaxing outing to a busy local park this morning. Dawson was sitting next to me while I had stopped to talk with someone when suddenly I saw three large dogs (one that probably weighed over 100 pounds) running directly toward us, dragging their handler whoRead more “Preventing Danger In The Park”
Keep Toddler Hands Away From Your Dog
A tip to parents of toddlers and a dog. Dogs do not appreciate having little hands and bodies around their valuables…including food and toys.
Teach Kids NO Dog Hugs
Hi Parents, A little reminder…dogs in general do not enjoy getting big bear hugs.
Prevent Resource Guarding In Your Dog
The other day I made the mistake of placing my iPhone ear buds too close to the edge of my dining room table, and when Dawson was looking for something fun to play with, they looked like a pretty good option from his perspective. I did not happen to agree with him. In that splitRead more “Prevent Resource Guarding In Your Dog”
Kids And Dogs: Eating In Peace
This photo always makes me shutter. There are so many potential negative outcomes from allowing little children (really anyone of any age) to be hovering over a dog while eating…adding to that having little hands intruding on a dog’s resource by reaching into the bowl from which the dog is eating. This can make aRead more “Kids And Dogs: Eating In Peace”
Safety Tips If Approached By An Off Leash Dog
A few weeks ago I was going for a walk. Suddenly a large dog came charging across the street and when it got close, it barked then moved away, came closer, barked and then moved away. Had I continued to walk, run away, flailed my arms, or moved toward it, the situation may very wellRead more “Safety Tips If Approached By An Off Leash Dog”