Category: Positive Dog Training
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How big are wolves compared to dogs?
As a clinician and behaviorist who has worked with both large-breed dogs and wildlife officials, I find the question “How big are wolves compared to dogs?” is practical, not academic: size influences safety, housing, training, and the choices people make when selecting a breed. Knowing typical wolf dimensions and how they overlap with domestic breeds
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Why isnt my puppy eating?
Watching a young dog leave its bowl untouched is unsettling. For many new puppy owners the immediate worry is whether this is normal, a phase, or a sign of something that needs a vet. The context matters: a puppy that briefly skips a meal after a vaccination is different from one that refuses food for
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How to keep dogs teeth clean?
Keeping a dog’s teeth clean is one of the most effective things an owner can do to improve comfort, extend healthy years, and strengthen daily bonding. I typically see owners ask about breath or a loose tooth only after the dog is already uncomfortable; routine care often prevents that. Clean mouths make feeding, playing, and
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What are wiener dogs called?
You see a short-legged, long-bodied dog at a park and the first question that pops up is often not “what breed” but “what do you call that?” For dog lovers, names and nicknames do real work: they help start conversations, create humor on social media, guide adoption decisions, and sometimes mask a need to understand
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What is dhpp vaccine for dogs?
As a veterinarian who works with household pets and rescue groups, I see how a single conversation about vaccines changes the way people protect their dogs. DHPP is one of those topics that feels technical until you connect it to everyday risks—puppies meeting other dogs at the groomer, boarding for a weekend, or a shelter
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How to keep dogs warm outside?
Keeping a dog warm outdoors is one of those practical responsibilities that separates short-term discomfort from real danger. Whether you live in a cold climate, work outside with a canine partner, or sometimes leave your dog on a porch or in a yard for short periods, understanding how dogs lose heat and how to protect
