Among the more confusing things your dog may do is to suddenly stop and sit while walking. This is called “planting”. Sometimes, your dog may plant and refuse to move off for several minutes. Owners of small dogs may pick the dog up and carry it. … [Read more...]

Why not take your dog with you when you travel? Obviously, you first need to make sure you are going to a dog-friendly destination, whether it’s the beach, camping, or to visit friends or family. If your dog is well-behaved and handles new situations … [Read more...]

If you have just become a first-time dog owner, congratulations! Many dog owners have described having a dog as one of the best experiences a person could have. With being a dog owner, however, comes a responsibility to take steps to ensure your … [Read more...]

Anxiety is the anticipation of unknown or imagined future dangers. During a walk, an anxious dog may show anxiety by trembling, excessive barking or crying, aggression towards other dogs or humans, excessive panting, urination and/or bowel movements, … [Read more...]

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), there is currently no evidence that COVID-19 is a threat to dogs. Although dogs can contract common coronaviruses, the specific novel coronavirus, COVID-19, is not believed to be a health threat to … [Read more...]