With the busy lives that a lot of us lead our dogs are often left at home alone for prolonged periods of time. Also, many people think that because of their work schedule fitting a dog into their life is impossible. One viable option for those of us in this situation is doggie daycare. Doggie…
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Noise phobias in dogs are common problem and are difficult and frustrating to treat. A dog can develop a phobia to any sound. Common sounds include fireworks, vacuums, sirens, gunshots, and thunderstorms. Of these, thunderstorms are by far the most common. Noise phobias can develop for several reasons. It could be something as…
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How to Quiet Your Barking Dog Many behavior issues that you may encounter affect only the relationship between you (and your family) and your dog. Excessive barking, however, not only affects your relationship with your dog, but it can also affect your relationship with your neighbors that can result in neighborhood disputes and violations of…
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The word “come”, in the mind of your dog, should mean she should come over to you immediately. If you have been using the word “come” and your dog has not been responding to it, you may need to use another word to be your come when called cue, such as “here” or “lets go.” Using…
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