Category: Positive Dog Training
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Where should your puppy sleep the first night?
Bringing a puppy home is exciting—and the first night often feels decisive. How you handle that initial sleep spot can shape bonding, early house-training cues, and how quickly the puppy settles into home life. Below I explain why the first night matters, recommend where to place your pup, describe comfort needs and environmental variables, highlight
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How to squeeze dogs anal glands?
Anal gland issues are one of those topics that elicit a strong reaction from dog owners: foul odor, visible scooting, or a dog obsessively licking its rear can prompt quick Googling and worry. As a veterinarian who sees these problems regularly, I want to explain why anal gland care matters, what you can reasonably do
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What kinds of dogs?
If you love dogs, understanding the different kinds can change how you choose, care for, and enjoy a dog over years. I write from clinical and behavioral experience: matching a person’s life to a dog’s likely needs reduces stress for both and makes the relationship durable rather than a short-lived experiment. This piece walks through
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Where to watch dog?
Watching dogs well is a skill that helps you read comfort, social needs, training priorities, and potential health problems. Whether you’re a new guardian trying to understand daily rhythms, a volunteer deciding whether a shelter dog will thrive in your home, or a parent watching a child’s first interactions with a family dog, knowing where
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Why can’t dogs eat chocolate?
As someone who works with dogs and their families, I treat chocolate exposures as a predictable, preventable household emergency. Owners often contact me because they’re curious, preparing for holidays, or responding to a sudden, panicked discovery of an empty wrapper; those scenarios are exactly when a little clear knowledge makes a big difference. Puppies and
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What can i give my dog for a cough?
A cough in a dog can be a simple reflex to clear dust or a sign of something far more serious. Because coughing sits at the intersection of comfort, contagious risk, and potentially life‑threatening disease, dog lovers benefit from knowing when to reassure and when to act. The aim here is practical: help you keep
