Category: Positive Dog Training
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How do dogs get kennel cough?
As a dog lover, the idea of your companion returning from a weekend away hacking and miserable is worryingly familiar; kennel cough is one of those problems that can change boarding choices, puppy introductions, and how you manage older dogs at home. What kennel cough means for your dog and your household Kennel cough becomes…
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Where to buy a puppy?
Bringing a puppy into your life is a practical decision as much as an emotional one. Before you start searching, take a clear look at why you want a puppy, how much time and energy you can provide, and which sources are likely to match those needs. I’ll walk through the options, the trade-offs, timing,…
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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…
