Category: Positive Dog Training

Dogs offering their paw without being asked is a small, frequent behavior that matters more than it looks. For anyone who lives with or cares for dogs it appears at doorways, during sofa cuddles, in the middle of training sessions and sometimes at the vet clinic. That single paw can be a greeting, a request,

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Recognizing fleas on your dog matters because early identification changes how fast you act, which affects your dog’s comfort and the health of everyone in the household. This article walks through what fleas look like on dogs, why they behave as they do, how to check and respond, and what to do if the problem

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I grew up watching many animated dogs, and as a veterinarian and behaviorist I see why Courage the Cowardly Dog continues to matter to people who love dogs: it places a clearly canine character at the center of stories about protection, fear, and loyalty. That combination gives viewers—especially pet owners—a chance to notice canine-like emotional

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Grooming a dog is more than aesthetics: it’s a routine that supports health, comfort and the relationship between you and your dog. Below I outline why it matters, a fast-action plan for busy owners, the biology under the coat, when to groom, what to watch for, a step-by-step home routine, how to set up and

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Deciding whether it’s safe to walk your dog on a warm day is one of those ordinary choices that can have serious consequences; owners face it during morning or evening routines, when traveling, in heat waves, or when caring for pups, seniors and short-nosed breeds—and the right call often depends on details beyond the air

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Feeding a dog by weight is one of the most practical steps an owner can take to keep their pet healthy. Rather than guessing with “cups,” working from body weight and the energy density of the food lets you match intake to a dog’s real needs — whether the goal is steady growth, everyday maintenance,

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