Category: Positive Dog Training
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Why does my dog stick the tip of his tongue out while sleeping?
It’s a small, often delightfully odd detail: the very tip of a dog’s tongue peeking from between closed lips while they sleep, and it’s one of those behaviors that makes owners smile, snap photos, and sometimes worry in equal measure. Why a snoozing tongue captures your attention Dog lovers notice and question tongue-tip sleeping behavior
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Why is my dog shaking and panting?
Noticing your dog shaking while panting is unnerving, and it comes up in predictable moments: after an energetic fetch session, in the middle of a thunderstorm, when you bring a new puppy home, or after a possible exposure to something they shouldn’t have eaten. For a dog lover, the question is usually practical—should this be
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When do puppies lose their baby teeth?
Puppy teething is more than a messy phase: it often affects eating, play, house-training, and how you and your dog learn to trust each other. I typically hear from owners worried about nipped fingers, shredded slippers, or a pup that suddenly refuses the food bowl. Understanding the timing, signs, and simple interventions helps reduce pain,
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What to put on lick mat for dog?
Lick mats are a simple, low-cost tool that can add mental stimulation, slow feeding, and brief distraction for many dogs. As a clinician who works with dogs and owners regularly, I typically recommend lick mats when a dog needs focused, calm activity that doesn’t require training on new commands. Below are practical guidelines on when
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Dog sneezes when excited?
Understanding why your dog sneezes when excited matters more than it might first appear. For a dog lover, being able to tell the difference between a harmless quirk and a sign of trouble keeps daily life from turning into unnecessary worry, and it helps you make better choices about when to relax, when to modify
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Why does my dog keep licking his butt?
If you’ve caught your dog repeatedly licking his rear, it’s normal to feel unsettled and a little grossed out. As a clinician who works with dogs and their people, I take this behavior seriously because it sits at the intersection of health, comfort, and behavior. Understanding what’s typical grooming versus what may point to pain
