A dog who has been accustomed to having your attention, resting spaces, toys, and daily routine to themselves may suddenly face another dog competing for access to the same things. You might notice your dog pushing between you…
A dog’s tail can reveal valuable information about how they are feeling. When a dog suddenly holds their tail lower than usual, tucks it between their legs, or stops wagging completely, they may be communicating fear…
Dogs cannot look at a clock and understand that it is 6:00 p.m. They are also unlikely to think about time using concepts such as yesterday, next week, or three hours from now. However, this does not mean they have no awareness of time.
Your dog suddenly stops, stares toward an empty hallway, and starts barking. You look around but cannot see or hear anything unusual. From your perspective, your dog appears to be barking at nothing.
A growl is often a warning. It is your dog’s way of saying that something feels uncomfortable, frightening, painful, or too intense. Instead of trying to silence the sound, it is important to understand what caused it.
Your timing, your body language, your consistency, and your reaction to unwanted behavior all shape how your dog learns. For beginners, the first step is to keep everything simple.
