For some bizarre reason, Cookie walks out of the kitchen backwards. She hasn’t always done it, and she walks normally everywhere else, but two months ago began reversing out of the kitchen, and her family is completely baffled as to why. We all get used to the sounds our pets make, as if we have our own secret language with them. I know the sound of my … [Read more...] about Goofy Dog Has Started Walking Out of the Kitchen Backwards, But No One Knows Why
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Community Outcry Saves an “Aggressive” Puppy from Being Euthanized
You wouldn’t euthanize a small child over a bit of bad behavior, right? So why do it to a dog? A 5-month-old pit bull mix puppy – not even old enough to be fully trained – was deemed aggressive and set to be executed by a Colorado shelter. One man refused to let that happen, so he took to Facebook and people rallied to save her, and now she’s loving life in her new … [Read more...] about Community Outcry Saves an “Aggressive” Puppy from Being Euthanized
Dogs Try to Out “Tough-Guy” Each Other, but Get A LOT LESS Brave When Given the Chance to Go at It
These dogs are kind of like some people we know. Very willing to tell you exactly just how tough they are, but once they're actually face-to-face with you they become a bit more docile for whatever reason. … [Read more...] about Dogs Try to Out “Tough-Guy” Each Other, but Get A LOT LESS Brave When Given the Chance to Go at It
Woman Who Caught Teen Abusing His Dog Is Now Training Him How to Treat Dogs Properly
When it comes to animal abuse, technology and social media can be seen as both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, we’re exposed to a great deal more horror than we would be without them, but on the other hand, it’s because of these innovations that we can band together and help stop abusers in their tracks. It’s easy for us to play keyboard warrior and … [Read more...] about Woman Who Caught Teen Abusing His Dog Is Now Training Him How to Treat Dogs Properly
30 Super Easy Positive Reinforcement Training Tips
You’ve probably seen a dozen different methods on how to train dogs, but the vast majority of psychologists and professional dog trainers will tell you that positive reinforcement training is the best way to go. If you or someone you know is a first time dog parent, or you’ve got a new dog that is a little more difficult to train than previous pets, this chart will … [Read more...] about 30 Super Easy Positive Reinforcement Training Tips