Table of contentsWhy do dogs get overly excited? 9 reasons#1: They have ‘runner’s high’#2: They’re under ‘eustress’#3: They have separation problems#4: They spend too much time alone#5: They don’t get enough workouts#6: They lack brain exercises#7: They lack obedience training#8: ‘Trigger stacking’#9: They have hyperkinesisWhat should I do when my dog gets too excited? Puppies …
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Table of contentsWhy do I feel like a bad dog owner? 9 potential reasons#1: Getting a dog on impulse#2: Personality mismatch#3: Setting high expectations#4: Failing to set up a separate budget#5: Ignoring behavior problems#6: Being impatient #7: Feeling powerless when they suffer#8: Minimizing socialization#9: Living your life You’ve fed, played, and even walked your dogs daily. …
Table of contentsHow to calm a dog down? 101 proven ways#1: Soothing voice#2: ‘Safe haven’#3: Dog cave bed#4: Gentle strokes.#5: Back massage#6: Ear rubs#7: Forehead scratches#8: Face massage#9: Thigh and glute rubs#10: Chest massage#11: Effleurage#12: Full-body massage#13: Canine acupressure#14: TTouch therapy#15: ThunderShirt#16: DIY thunder shirt#17: DIY anxiety wrap#18: Chew toys#19: Licking mats#20: Interactive dog puzzles#21: …
Table of contentsWhy does my dog get too excited when I come home?My dog gets too excited when I come home: 7 tips#1: Ignore them#2: Keep yourself calm as well#3: Encourage calm behavior in your dog#4: Socialize and exercise them#5: Provide energy outlets for your dog#6: Make every day predictable#7: Train using fake exits The …
Table of contents7 reasons why shock collars are bad for dogs#1: Violates 4 out of 5 freedoms of animal welfare#2: Brings discomfort#3: Causes pain, injury, and disease#4: Induces fear and distress #5: Strains communication with our dogs#6: Fatal to dogs’ lives #7: Experts highly discourage using itConclusion: Are shock collars bad for dogs? How far will you …
Table of contentsDoes my dog have anxiety quiz: 9 signs to test it#1: Count their heart rate#2: Track their breathing cycle#3: Monitor the frequency of their bathroom breaks#4: See if they’re breaking their house training#5: Assess their stool#6: Try to lure them with a treat#7: Check for compulsive behaviors#8: Look into their bedtime schedule#9: Observe …
Table of contents23 signs of anxiety in dogs#1: Lip-licking#2: ‘Forehead paw’#3: ‘Whale eyes’#4: Avoiding eye contact#5: Restlessness#6: Pacing#7: Increased urination#8: Breaking house training#9: Gut problems#10: Trying to escape#11: Hiding from you#12: Panting#13: Excessive drooling#14: Destructive behaviors#15: Excessive vocalizations#16: Digging #17: Freezing#18: Reduced activity#19: Change in appetite#20: Unsettledness#21: Developing displacement behaviors#22: Compulsive behaviors#23: Self-harmHow to treat it …
Table of contents7 signs you’re a bad dog owner (+how to change it)#1: Physically beating your dog #2: Lack of routine #3: Intentionally missing vet appointments#4: Improper feeding practices #5: Leaving your pup unattended#6: Leaving their poop where they dropped it#7: Owning a dog when you aren’t ready Raising Fido isn’t all about cuddles and visiting the dog …
Table of contentsWhat does an overstimulated puppy look like?15 signs of an overstimulated puppy#1: Panting at rest#2: Breathing too fast#3: Rapid heartbeat#4: They’re always on high alert#5: They have no impulse control#6: They tend to overreact #7: Your puppy is easily bored#8: They display destructive behaviors#9: Constantly seeking attention#10: Having the zoomies#11: They’re barking too much#12: …
When it comes to riding in the car… Your pup pants and shakes. And that’s hard to watch as a concerned dog parent. But let me ease your worries with everything I know about those behaviors. Continue reading to discover: Why does my dog pant and shake when riding in the car? 7 reasons #1: …