If you’re concerned about your dog eating grass, it’s actually quite a normal behavior. Here are several reasons why your dog does this, and ways to stop this behavior. Diet Some dogs will instinctively consume grass because they’re not getting enough nutrients in their diet. Grass provides fiber, so it’s said that eating grass aids… Continue reading Why Does Your Dog Eat Grass?
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What to Know Before Hiring a Pet Sitter: How the process works
If you don’t want to board your dog at a kennel while you’re away on vacation or you don’t have a friend/family member to watch them, then it’s a good idea to look into hiring a pet sitter. Here’s what to know before hiring a pet sitter: Providing your info There are lots of different… Continue reading What to Know Before Hiring a Pet Sitter: How the process works
What to Know Before Boarding Your Dog at a Kennel
Taking your dog on vacation is always fun, but depending where the trip is, they can’t always come along. If you don’t have a family member to watch your dog, then the next best thing is either a pet sitter or the kennel. Here’s what you should know before boarding your dog at a kennel… … Continue reading What to Know Before Boarding Your Dog at a Kennel
Why Does Your Dog Lick You?
Affection Most dogs learn to associate cuddles and kisses from their owners as love and affection. So licking you, whether it’s your face or feet, is a way of them returning the favor. You taste good Now this isn’t to say that they aren’t giving you affection, but one of the reasons your dog licks… Continue reading Why Does Your Dog Lick You?
Should You Let Your Dog Sleep in Your Bed?
We all love to cuddle with our dogs, some of us more than others, and some of us may take this to the next level by letting them sleep in the bed at night. But is this a good idea? Here are the pros and cons of letting your dog sleep in your bed with… Continue reading Should You Let Your Dog Sleep in Your Bed?
What Your Dog Should Never Eat
Chocolate Chocolate contains a toxin that makes it hard for dogs to metabolize. If your dog consumes a decent amount of chocolate, they could experience nausea, vomiting, a high heart right, or diarrhea. If they consume a large amount, especially dark chocolate, it may cause seizures or even death. Grapes/raisins Grapes are highly toxic to… Continue reading What Your Dog Should Never Eat
Ways to Socialize Your Dog
There are a lot of ways to practice socializing your dog. This can be done when your dog is a puppy. It will be more difficult to socialize when they’re an adult. Socializing your dog from a young age is important so they aren’t scared of everything, or aggressive towards people and other dogs. Change… Continue reading Ways to Socialize Your Dog
Are Retractable Leashes a Good Idea?
If you’re considering using a retractable leash, you’ll want to know the pros and cons, as well as which one weighs out the other. Cons Training A retractable leash may seem like a solution to your dog’s pulling, but it’s not. It’s actually the cause of the problem. Unless you have the leash locked in… Continue reading Are Retractable Leashes a Good Idea?
The Benefits of Petting Your Dog
Why it’s good for you It can make your overall mood better! Petting your dog, or any dog, has been proven to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. It essentially makes you feel good and relaxed. Unless you really don’t like dogs, why wouldn’t petting a dog feel good? Why it’s good for your dog Petting… Continue reading The Benefits of Petting Your Dog
The Top 10 Smartest Dog Breeds
The dogs listed below are the most trainable, and the most eager to learn. This ranking is based on a book by Stanley Coren, an expert of dog-human interaction. These dogs were placed in the top 10 based on how long it took them to learn a new command and the success rate in remembering… Continue reading The Top 10 Smartest Dog Breeds