Dogs are emotional creatures. Like us, they get angry, sad, happy, depressed, and bored. It is their sensitivity and emotional nature that make them great friends to have at home. They can tell when you are not okay and will try to cheer you up. A sensitive dog can also be a delicate pup that…
Adding seasonings to your diet is often touted as one of the simplest ways of cooking healthy. Herbs and spices are not only affordable but also come packed with tons of health benefits. Paprika is no exception. Adding this versatile spice to your dishes may help you lower your intake of fat, sugar, and calories…
While most people own dogs for companionship, it’s not such a bad idea to have one with protection benefits as well. The world we live in is insecure. No matter who you are, you will always be a target for malicious people who want to cause harm to you or your family for their own…
All canines need physical and mental stimulation to be healthy. If they don’t get enough of it, boredom, stress, and anxiety are inevitable. Ultimately, your dog will seek alternative ways to let go of his emotions if he isn’t properly stimulated. Often, this translates to the usual destructive behaviors such as chewing, peeing in inappropriate…
Pitbulls, American bulldogs, and other terrier dogs have long been trained using spring poles. These breeds have very strong prey drives. They have a natural tendency to want to grip and tear things apart. Pitbulls, in particular, were bred to fight bulls. So, chasing and grabbing toys hanged from a spring pole comes naturally to…
A dog’s coat color, eyes, ears, and stature often get more attention than his feet. A good number of dog owners out there don’t have a clue about the shape of their Fido’s paws. Many of them imagine that all canines have the same feet. However, this is terribly false. Dog breeds come with different…
Most canines are high-energy creatures that love kicking up a sweat any time of day. If they are not eating, taking a nap, or giving you the cuddles, they will be running around in the yard, playing with the kids, or chasing the cat. However, there are some dogs that get by fine with just…
Teaching a dog the art of self-control when he is in an arousal state is quite the task. Breeds with a high prey drive are particularly the worst. Sometimes it seems like whatever you do, your pup will not follow any command. When a cat or bunny passes by, your Fido will completely go out…
If you’ve been a dog parent for some time now, you can confirm that all dogs crave for attention. Whether it is barking, persistent pawing, or stealing something and running away with it, a dog will do everything to always get the owner’s attention. Like human beings, dogs are social animals that thrive on close…
One of the most common things you have to deal with when you have a canine member in your family is mouthing. From a dog’s perspective, it is a ‘harmless’ way of showing excitement, affection, and curiosity. While you may find the behavior cute and harmless, other members of your family or your guests might…