Category: Positive Dog Training
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How to stop my dogs breath from smelling like fish?
Most dog lovers have stood a little farther back when a dog’s breath suddenly smells like fish. That small moment can feel embarrassing at a park or stressful in a home where you’re trying to bond, and it’s often a useful signal about your dog’s health. I typically see owners notice it after grooming, during
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How to help dogs with anxiety?
Anxious dogs are common in homes of all shapes and sizes, and the issue matters because anxiety affects a dog’s daily comfort, safety, and the owner–pet bond. I typically see anxious behavior in recently adopted puppies who missed key social windows, rescue dogs with unclear histories, pets that deteriorate during travel, and otherwise steady dogs
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How to train a dog not to jump on people?
Stopping a dog from jumping on people matters because it changes everyday safety, household harmony, and the way others experience your dog. For many dog lovers the problem is more than an annoying habit: a large, excited jump can knock over a child or an elderly visitor, leave a guest scratched, or make public outings
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How many dogs can you have?
Deciding how many dogs to keep is one of those practical, emotional choices every dog lover runs into; it touches animal welfare, household logistics, legal rules, and your ability to meet each dog’s needs over years, not just moments of enthusiasm. How the number of dogs you keep affects your home, budget and well-being Quality
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How to get a urine sample from a dog?
Collecting urine from a dog is a practical skill every dog lover may need at some point. The following guidance explains when and why a sample matters, gives a quick method to collect one safely at home, and walks through what to watch for and how to make the process easier for both you and
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How to make a puppy poop?
Puppy owners often need a quick, reliable plan when a young dog doesn’t go when expected. The aim here is to help you recognize common situations where you might reasonably prompt or assist a puppy to defecate, give a fast practical protocol, explain the biology behind elimination so actions make sense, and outline safe next
