Category: Positive Dog Training
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How to assert dominance over a dog?
Many dog owners ask how to “assert dominance” because they want a calmer home, a dog that listens in gates, or fewer safety risks around visitors and children. That wish often comes from real problems: dogs who jump, pull on leash, resource-guard, or ignore basic cues can feel like they run the household. Owners range
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How to entertain your dog?
Dogs that have regular, appropriate outlets for their energy and curiosity are easier to live with and often healthier. Below are practical reasons, immediate actions you can take today, and a clear roadmap for planning safe, varied entertainment that supports behavior, health, and the human–dog relationship. Play’s Payoff: How Entertainment Boosts Your Dog’s Health and
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Why is my dog limping?
Noticing a limp can be disconcerting. Whether it started one minute after your dog ran across the yard or crept in over weeks, the first step is a practical assessment that helps you decide what to do next: comfort the dog, gather useful information for your veterinarian, and reduce the risk of making an injury
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How many nipples does a dog have?
Dogs have a string of nipples running along their underside, and how many your dog has is a small detail that often sparks curiosity among pet owners. This matters beyond trivia: it ties directly into nursing behavior, basic health checks, and spotting problems early. For anyone caring for puppies or monitoring an adult dog’s health,
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What can dogs eat?
Deciding what to feed a dog is one of the most frequent choices an owner makes each day. The wrong treat, a distracted moment at the table, or a well-meaning guest offering a scrap can lead to upset stomachs, nutrient gaps, or true emergencies. This guide takes a practical approach: what is safe, why some
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How much is dog food?
Feeding a dog is about more than keeping a bowl full. The amount and type of food you choose touch health, household money, daily routines and the relationship you have with your dog. This guide walks through practical numbers you can use today, why those numbers matter biologically, when to change them, how to adjust
