Category: Positive Dog Training
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How to register your dog as an emotional support animal?
Registering a dog as an emotional support animal (ESA) is often a practical choice rooted in real needs: a dog that reliably calms panic attacks, eases daily depression, or provides steady routine can be as important as a prescription or therapy appointment for some people. This piece explains why people pursue ESA status, what “registration”…
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How much to feed a puppy?
Feeding a puppy the right amount matters more than many owners expect. The food you give in the first months guides how fast skeletal tissue forms, how the immune system develops, and often sets lifelong body-weight patterns. Owners bringing home a neonate, a rehomed adolescent, or juggling several dogs in one household quickly face choices…
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What do dogs know about us?
As a veterinarian and behavior consultant I often hear the same question from owners: how much does my dog actually understand about me? For anyone who shares a life with a dog, the practical answer matters. Knowing what dogs pick up can help you reduce conflict, make training more effective, and deepen everyday connection without…
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Why does my dog cry when i leave?
When your dog cries as you walk to the door, it can feel personal and urgent: you worry about their welfare, wonder what you did wrong, and sometimes change plans to avoid leaving. Understanding what that crying may mean helps you make clear, practical choices for the dog and for your household routine. This is…
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Why can’t dogs have chocolate?
Holiday candy bowls, unattended baking trays and a curious puppy that knows exactly when the kitchen door opens — these familiar scenes are where I most often see chocolate exposures happen. The scent of cocoa and the casual attitude people have about sharing sweets make chocolate one of the most common household poisons for dogs.…
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Why does my dog snort like a pig?
If your dog makes a nasal, pig-like snort it’s easy to panic or to pull out your phone and record it for friends — both reactions are completely normal. Knowing why that sound happens helps you decide whether to relax and enjoy the moment, to change the environment, or to get veterinary help. It matters…
