Part 1 of 2. Professional dog trainer Wendi Faircloth solves the problem of dog(s) rushing the door when someone knocks or rings the doorbell. With trick or treaters coming, this is a safety precaution that everyone should take heed. It’s also good dog behavior for all occasions when visitors come over.

Is a Male or a Female Puppy Better for You?

When people are looking at puppies, they spend a lot of time considering the type of breed that would be the best fit for them. They read up on common characteristics, and figure out what kind of dog would be a good fit for their lifestyle.

Don’t Take Your Puppy Away From the Litter Too Soon

Puppies need to stay with their original families (at least the rest of the litter) for at least the first two months (or 8 weeks) of their lives, according to some recent scientific research. Certain canine behavioral components (i.e.

Raw Food And Your Puppy

It’s a common trend today to make homemade food for domesticated house pets like dogs and cats. There are many advantages and some disadvantages to making your own food for your pet. Going a step further is looking into a raw food diet, which many pet owners around the world swear by. There are many claims around the web that feeding dogs only raw food is more natural to these animals and keeps their bodies more healthy. The question remains: Is it the right choice for your puppy? Is an exclusively raw diet the secret to a healthier pup?

Is a Vegetarian Diet Good for a Dog?

Vegetarian diets can be very healthy for humans, and many people think that a meatless diet could provide the same kind of benefits to their dog. If you’re considering putting your dog on a vegetarian diet, there are a number of things you’ll need to think about.

Allergies and How They Relate to Your Dog

It is truly amazing that such small molecules can have such great effects on such large organisms. To be specific, think about how allergies arise. A small molecule enters the body, or is already persistent in the body, and the immune system of your body begins to attack that molecule. That is the basic principle of how allergies arise, an over-protective body. It is not a stretch to say that allergies not only affect humans but other animals as well, such as dogs. Dogs are animals that require relatively the same amount of hygiene as humans. Lacking in this department may lead to severe outcomes for the dog and its owners.