Category: Positive Dog Training
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How old is a 9 year old dog in human years?
If your dog just turned nine, you’re likely asking a simple question with important consequences: how old is a nine‑year‑old dog in human years, and what should you change about care and expectations now? Understanding that equivalence helps you make practical decisions about health checks, activity, and comfort while also preparing emotionally for the months
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What is the best dog food brand?
Choosing what to feed a dog is one of the single most influential, everyday decisions an owner makes. Food affects body composition, energy, skin and coat condition, behavior around mealtimes, and, over years, the risk of chronic disease. The right choice for one dog may be the wrong choice for another, and understanding why the
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What is the strongest dog in the world?
As a veterinarian and behavior consultant I often get asked which dog is the “strongest.” For many owners the question is more than trivia: strength influences safety in public, suitability for a job (herding, carting, protection), and long‑term joint and muscle health. How you define strength — a crushing bite, the ability to pull a
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How to get a puppy to sleep at night without crying?
Puppy crying at night is one of the most common reasons people return puppies to shelters or hand them off to friends. It’s understandable—sleep deprivation wears people down quickly—but resolving nighttime distress also matters for the puppy. Calm nights help a young dog’s nervous system mature, support healthy sleep patterns, and build trust. The guidance
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How early can dogs get pregnant?
Knowing how early a dog can become pregnant matters to anyone who cares for dogs—whether you love your companion as a family pet, are considering breeding, or work with rescues. Timing affects health decisions, behavioral management, and long-term welfare for both mothers and puppies. Getting the facts right helps prevent accidental litters, choose the right
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Why is my dog so itchy?
When a dog seems constantly scratching, licking its paws, or rubbing its face on the carpet, it’s easy to feel worried and a little helpless. You may notice small red bumps, hair thinning in patches, a sour smell from the ears, or frantic chewing at the feet late at night. These scenes are common for
