Category: Positive Dog Training
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How long do dog periods last?
As a veterinarian who works with companion dogs and their families, I often see heat cycles raise practical questions that affect daily life, long-term health choices, and even relationships between households with multiple pets. Understanding how long a dog’s period lasts helps with simple things like choosing the right time to plan a spay or
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How to make a dog poop?
When a dog refuses to poop, owners notice quickly: the dog may circle, strain, or simply avoid the yard. That behavior triggers practical questions and worry—will the dog be uncomfortable, is there a blockage, has something in the diet changed, or is this a training issue? I typically hear these concerns after travel, during housebreaking,
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How to certify a therapy dog?
Certifying a therapy dog is a practical process: it starts with checking your dog’s temperament and manners, securing current health records, completing training and evaluations, and partnering with a reputable therapy organization that facilities accept. Who benefits from a certified therapy dog — and where they’re most useful Who benefits from certifying a therapy dog
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How long is a dog considered a puppy?
Knowing when a dog stops being a puppy matters more than whether you call them cute — it guides how you train, care for, and live with them. I’ll walk through practical timelines, the biology underneath, how to spot problems, and what to do in each stage so you and your dog get the best
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What dog is this?
When you see a dog and wonder “What dog is this?”, that question can lead to better care, smarter introductions, and safer decisions. As a clinician and behaviorist who works with owners and shelters, I approach identification as practical detective work: quick impressions can be useful, but careful observation and a few checks usually give
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Why do dogs breathe fast?
Noticing a dog breathing faster can be one of those small observations that quickly tells you a lot: whether the dog is hot, excited, anxious, in pain, or quietly telling you that something is wrong. As a veterinarian and behaviorist, I look at fast breathing as a clear signal worth interpreting, not something to ignore
