Whether you are crate training your puppy or trying to keep him contained for one reason or the other, you need to ensure he stays safe and happy the entire time. When left alone in the crate, any dog can easily get bored and stressed, especially if he’s a puppy. He needs mental stimulation to …
Some dogs get bored easily and can even resort to mischievous behaviors, including chewing things, pacing, and excessive barking as a means of relieving excess energy. For such dogs to live happy, calm, and fulfilling lives, they need to be constantly stimulated. Depending on your dog’s age and health, he may need 30 minutes to …
Leaving their litter is difficult for puppies. Being ripped off from family and placed in an entirely new environment often makes them very anxious. Anxiety can also be caused by new transitions, crate training, and extreme natural disasters such as lightning and thunderstorms. To ease anxiety, pet owners are turning to heartbeat dog toys. These …
A squeaker toy is the ultimate source of entertainment for a dog. It occupies his mind when you aren’t around or need some alone time. However, if you’ve ever been woken up in the middle by the irritating noise of your dog’s toy, you’ll appreciate the makers of non-squeaker dog toys. The frequency used in …
From relieving teeth pain to improving oral hygiene, chew dog toys are highly beneficial. If you are looking for a tool to keep your canine baby occupied and entertained for long periods, a chew toy occupies both his body and brain. However, most plush chew dog toys in the market don’t stand well to a …
The puppy teething stage is very tricky for pet owners. Since teething is painful, your puppy will try to reduce the discomfort of his sore gums by chewing anything that he can sink his teeth into. By giving him toys that can indulge his teething instincts, you will not only relieve him of teething pains …
Commonly referred to as a “designer dog”, a Goldendoodle is a sweet and charming pup. From looks to intellect and affection, there’s everything to love about this special dog breed. It is basically a beautiful mix between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever—complete with the wits and playfulness of her parents. This attractive and affectionate …
Besides being a sweet inclusion to your dog’s diet, peanut butter treats have been shown to bring in significant health benefits. Peanut butter is a potent source of proteins and contains vitamins, niacin, and healthy fats. As you probably know, proteins are essential for the building and maintenance of muscle. They are, therefore, critical in …
Male dogs may smell more than females in some situations. We will get to that in a bit but first, it’s important to note that all dogs, regardless of gender, have an odor. Even though gender may play a role, the odor may also be affected by other factors including the breed of the dog, …
Bite inhibition refers to a dog’s ability to control the pressure of its bite during play and interaction with humans and other dogs. Pups are usually trained to inhibit the force of their bite so as not to cause injury. Dogs have a natural bite force of 220-560 PSI (pounds per square inch) depending on …