Dogs can’t speak but they try to communicate with humans all the time. They have a complex language of nonverbal communication that can tell us when they’re happy or sad, fearful…
"body language"
Are you a fan of giant dogs? The Mastador, or Mastiff Lab mix, might be exactly the dog that you are looking for. These are intelligent dogs that are extremely friendly…
- BEHAVIOR
What Is Littermate Syndrome? How To Prevent and Handle It
by Debbie DeSantis last updated March 14, 2023You were so thrilled to get two adorable puppies from the same litter. But now they’re beginning to have some behavior problems. So you wonder what happened. Or you’re thinking about…
So your dog goes ballistic when he sees a dog walking on leash a block away. He barks, whines, and lunges as if he was Cujo. Your Max is usually such…
Just because our dogs can’t speak to us and tell us how they are feeling doesn’t mean they can’t communicate with us. Dogs say so much with their body language that…
- PUPPIES
How Do I Introduce My New Puppy to My Older Dog?
by Debbie DeSantis last updated June 22, 2023Getting a new puppy is so exciting! Even though we love our current dog, a new pup is so much fun. He explores the world with such wonder. We feel energized…
Most puppies whine sometimes. It’s distressing to hear a little puppy cry. There are many reasons why a puppy whines. Some are behavioral and others are health-related. My current Aussie mix…
So your new rescue is five years old–well beyond puppyhood. Don’t despair! You can still socialize your new companion. I get the question all the time from new dog owners: “Can…
Spending time with our dog’s so much fun! Playing with them, training them, and just hanging out. You’re talking to your dog and,out of the blue, he yawns. Are you boring…