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Behavior

The Truth About Dominant Dog Behavior And A Dog Jumping Up On People

July 24, 2010

Did you know that a dog jumping up on people is a sign of dominant dog behavior?  Dominance issues are one of the more serious dog behavior problems.  If a dominant canine is causing headaches for you, you need to stop dog jumping now.
Dominant Dog Behavior
Canines are pack animals.  Each pack has a leader who [...]

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Dog Behavior Training

July 17, 2010

At some point in time all of us dog owners need to administer some dog behavior training (or dog behavior modification).
There are loads of dog behavior problems, they can affect all dog breeds, at any time throughout the dogs life. I’ve listed some of the more common dog behavior problems below, and importantly some proven [...]

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Obedience Training Resolves Bad Dog Behavior in Most Cases

July 10, 2010

There is nothing worse then a dog that jumps on anyone who walks in the front door, barks all day long, doesn’t listen to your commands, or relieves himself in your house. These are just a few examples of the sorts of bad dog behavior that drives owners crazy. If you are having these types [...]

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Dog Interactive Behavior: How to Recognize Dangerous Dog Behavior

July 3, 2010

Understanding dog interactive behavior can protect you and your children, and it can protect your dog. Knowing what constitutes dog interactive behavior will help you to react safely.
Remember that dogs interact with each other through their behavior, not through language, as [...]

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How to Stop Bad Dog Behavior

July 3, 2010

Dogs belong to the Canidae family which includes wolves, foxes and cayotes. Since dogs came from ancestors with wild behaviors, it is not surprising for dogs to demonstrate a wild or aggressive behavior. Although dogs are now domesticated, there are still tendencies for dogs to exhibit their natural behavior. Humans take this behavior as bad [...]

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What Makes The Perfect Dog?

March 1, 2010

When it comes to pets dogs are obviously a top choice. Let’s face it, few animals can compare to the companionship a dog can offer. But what is it that makes a dog so wonderful? And what about your dog is so special? Tell the truth, aren’t there some breeds of dogs that you absolutely [...]

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Why Does My Dog Do That?

February 21, 2010

This question seems to resound around the earth among new pet owners everywhere. Thousands of people at this very moment are looking at some odd behavior and asking themselves just why is the dog doing this? Let’s look at a few of the common behaviors and see if we can understand the reasons [...]

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Understanding Your Dogs Personality

February 21, 2010

Dogs, like humans, have their own individual personalities and quirks. These little personality quirks are what make each animal special and individual. They are also shape how an animal reacts to various stimuli throughout the day. The dog may do things that annoy us to no end or make us so proud [...]

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Three Ways to Combat Separation Anxiety in Dogs

February 21, 2010

You leave and he howls. Not just for a moment, but seemingly forever. When the howling finally abates, it is replaced by a whine. When you return, you find your home a mess—he has engaged in destructive behavior that is completely out of character. Your dog has a real problem: [...]

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Predicting Dog Temperament (Part 2)

February 17, 2010

A good rule of thumb for predicting temperament is to take a look at the mother, and if possible, the father of a litter. Having ruled out that factor, you can draw on the research which has been done by the experts.
Just recently there was an article which described methods of selecting puppies for guide [...]

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Predicting Dog Temperament (Part 1)

February 17, 2010

Nobody wants a dog with a bad disposition. It’s not much fun to own a dog which is not people-oriented either. Out of sentiment, people will keep unsatisfactory dogs because they cannot bring themselves to part with them. Others pass such dogs around, and as they go from home to home, dispositions get worse, and [...]

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Stopping The 3 Worst Bad Dog Behaviors

February 15, 2010

As any dog owner will tell you, their pet has some habit that just irks them to no end and most likely this same trait is common amongst many of their fellow dog owners animals.  There are three traits people find totally horrid that most dogs seem to find great joy in performing.  In this [...]

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How To Stop Dog Begging

February 15, 2010

Sunday afternoon and your new wife’s parents are coming to dinner.  You have noticed a bit of resentment from her side of the family but this dinner is going to show them that you are indeed capable of controlling your own household.  The house is perfect, the table is beautiful and the food smells and [...]

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Socializing Your Dog With Other Dogs

February 15, 2010

You have a new bag of dog food and a bunch of new toys.  You planned to take a day off work just to make this trip just as you have been planning for weeks and waiting for the pup you picked out to be weaned.  You placed a deposit on the animal six months [...]

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Socialization – Something New Everyday

February 13, 2010

Reputable breeders understand the importance of socialization. That is why they spend time with the puppies from day one. It’s not that the momma dog necessarily needs any help at all, it is simply to insure that the puppies begin and grow to accept human touch.
The breeder will gently stroke and touch the puppies a [...]

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