Category: Positive Dog Training
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Where do dogs come from?
For many dog lovers, the question “Where do dogs come from?” is more than trivia—it’s a doorway into understanding why dogs behave the way they do, how to care for them well, and how to choose a companion that fits your life. The brief answers can satisfy a quick curiosity, but the fuller picture connects
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What causes ear infections in dogs?
Ear infections in dogs are common, uncomfortable, and something every dog lover should recognize early. I typically see owners underestimate how quickly a partly blocked or wet ear can turn into a painful, smelly problem that affects a dog’s hearing and behavior. Understanding the likely causes, what to watch for, and how to respond can
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Why dogs are haram?
As a veterinarian and behaviorist who works with families from many faiths, I find clear, practical explanations help reduce friction. This piece explains why dogs are sometimes described as “haram” in Islamic discussion, what that label usually means in practice, and step-by-step ways dog lovers can respect religious norms while keeping their pets safe and
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When do puppies stop chewing everything?
Most dog lovers learn quickly that a puppy’s mouth is one of its most active tools. Understanding when and why puppies chew is practical: it helps you protect belongings, reduce health risks from swallowed items, and shape behavior in ways that strengthen your relationship. Owners usually come to me frustrated by ruined shoes, ruined furniture,
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How to teach dog paw?
Teaching a dog to offer a paw is one of the most accessible, useful, and relationship-building skills you can teach; it’s practical for grooming and vet care, mentally enriching for the dog, and an easy trick to share with friends. How teaching ‘paw’ helps — practical benefits for you and your dog Teaching a paw
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How to wrap a dogs paw?
Protecting a dog’s paw is something I do often in clinic and on house calls. A short, well-applied wrap can protect fresh wounds, keep dressings clean on a walk, and stop a dog from making an injury worse by licking or chewing. Done poorly, though, a wrap can cut off circulation or mask a worsening
