Research shows that apes do, for instance. Monkeys often behave as if they are seeing another monkey in the mirror at first, sometimes they even try to look behind it, but soon enough they start taking a closer look at their reflection. ⠀ When it comes to dogs, they can’t help but think that they …
There are certain behaviors that are “genetically regulated” and specific to one species or another. ⠀ This means that a dog behaves like a dog, and not like a cat or a parrot. 🐶 And we need to respect this. ⠀ These are typical species-related behaviors that many people consider “bad”: ⠀ • Barking. ⠀ …
It is during a game that we deepen a dog’s connection with a human, and work on a whole variety of things: eagerness to communicate, motivation, attention span, change of focus, processes of excitement and relaxation. Games allow us to organize a wholesome training process that includes the practice of all crucial skills. ⠀ This …
Well, there’s no simple answer. The central principle: a dog’s health depends on a balanced diet based on his/her needs at a given age and health status, and well-digested food. ⠀ An unbiased approach is this: both store-bought and homecooked food (that is, well-balanced food) are good. ⠀ STORE-BOUGHT FOOD Ingredient control is in the …
Very often dog owners ask: “Why should I play with my dog?” or “How is playing beneficial for the training process?” In fact, why is it important to play with your dog and how does playing affect the training process? These questions are related to basic dog training and to the development of game motivation. …
Dogs are not only good at reading our body language and seeing the expression of our emotions. Dogs can even smell our emotions! All dog lovers will agree that these animals are incredibly sensitive to the recognition of human emotions, but how do they do it? Of course, they can “read” the slightest signals of …
On average, dogs sleep about 14-18 hours a day, while puppies sleep about 20 hours. Sometimes dog owners think that their pets sleep too much or too little. So how long should a dog sleep and what determines the duration of a dog’s sleep? The answer to “How long do dogs sleep?” depends on many …
Dogs love us faithfully and unconditionally. Just for the way we are. But despite this unconditional and boundless love, a dog’s trust and strong attachment still have to be earned. Those who have this unbreakable bond, when in any situation the dog trusts you, when one look is enough to understand everything, will confirm that …
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Dogs have learned to understand us very well. But what would our dogs tell us if they could talk? There are 10 phrases that every dog probably would like to say to its important human: 1. 😍 «Smile more often, please!» All dogs love when their beloved human is smiling. By the way, they also …
Some owners complain that they are unlucky to have a “bad” dog, a “defective” one. But are there actually any “bad” dogs? And if yes, how do they become “bad”? Of course, there are (and this is not a rare case) dogs with problematic behavior. And sometimes, this behaviour is genetics-related. But there are many …
You’ve probably seen that some dogs, despite their friendliness, cause other dog’s aggression and negative reactions⚡️ As a rule, that means that these over friendly doggies ignore rules of dog communication and don’t know how to interact in the right way. ⁉️Is it possible to solve this problem and teach a dog to approach other …
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When the person needs to go somewhere for a long time, for example, when he is on a business trip, he is afraid that his dog will forget him when he is away. Is there really a possibility that the dog can forget someone it loves? A dog’s mindset is still quite a mystery for …
How do you get your doggy to learn commands? By using a basic scheme. ⠀ Almost ALL of the commands can be trained using one basic scheme. ⠀ The major advantage of this scheme is that a dog’s behavior doesn’t depend on whether you have a treat in your hand or not. So you can …
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As a rule, at the age of 3 months our puppy is faced with a fear phase. Even if your pup was bold and brave before, it may start to be afraid of the most seemingly harmless things. ⠀ Many owners start to worry that their pet is a coward. So if this is true, …
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They say pets are very similar to their owners. And we are talking not only about dogs, but also about cats and horses – that is, about animals that consciously interact with a person and form an attachment to them. The similarity is mostly not external (however, some pets really look like their owners) but …
Puppies explore the world using their teeth and no wonder that everything around falls under their thorough examination. Puppies are completely unaware that some things are absolutely inappropriate for their teeth🦷 Besides, teething, just like it is with kids, means a lot of discomfort for the puppy. That’s the time when young dogs put everything …
Have you encountered problems with your pet’s behavior? Do not despair! An adult dog’s behavior can be corrected successfully; even those who seem uncontrollable can be turned into the most obedient four-legged friends. Here are 5 major rules for adult dogs’ behavior correction: 1️⃣Watch yourself – do not provoke the dog’s bad behavior 2️⃣The correction …
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Teaching the dog to walk on a loose leash is essential for every dog owner. Walking on a loose leash is not only a matter of comfort, but also a matter of security. For example, when the two dogs meet, a pulled leash may trigger a fight. The thing is that the dog’s leash pulling …
1️⃣Some say that the name of the breed means “dog from the bushes” The origins of the Japanese “Shiba-Inu” name remains a mystery. Probably, the name Shiba Inu literally means “Bush dog”. Some believe that the name came from their ability to cut through the bushes or through thick grass during hunting. Others say that …
Have you ever noticed that the first few months after we get a dog, we walk it regularly and willingly, especially when it’s warm outside? But then when it starts to rain frequently, we become a bit lazy… and motivation to walk with the dog sharply declines as well as the time spent on walking. …
It is not only important to walk your dog enough but also to walk them correctly. ⠀ Here are 5 tips on how to walk your dog right: 1️⃣Make walking interesting to your dog. Teach your pet with positive reinforcement methods, play and learn tricks (first, at home, then, outside in a calm environment and …
Just like humans, dogs can get bored and very often this boredom results in «bad» behavior. ⠀ ✔️ As a rule, dogs get bored when they experience a lack of external stimulation. If every dog’s day is exactly the same, it lacks new impressions and the owner doesn’t spend enough time with it so the …
If your dog barks too much, you can try to teach it to keep quiet on a command. Here are some step-by-step instructions: 1️⃣When the dog barks, give it the command «quiet» (or you can choose any other word with the same meaning). 2️⃣Show a treat to the dog (it’s important that this treat is …
Even the most ideal dog owners may have difficult times when raising their dogs. Many people go to a dog trainer or instructor for help. The biggest difference between a good owner and one who is not good is that a good owner will choose a dog trainer EXTREMELY thoroughly. Why? Because some dog trainers …
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6 sure signs that your dog really trusts you A dog’s trust is not given, it must be earned. Let’s check whether your dog trusts you. The dog trusts you if: 1️⃣They look you in the eyes. Most often, when one dog looks into another’s eyes, it is a threat. That’s why to live peacefully, …
How to Train your Dog, Allowing Them to Do What They Want All owners want to teach their pets good manners in the most humane ways possible. And there’s actually a way to teach a dog to behave correctly, allowing them to do what they want. 💡The idea is that the dog is rewarded for …
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So many dog owners ask this question, especially at the very beginning, when the puppy is new at home. ⠀ And while scientists are busy proving and busting theories of the harm that sleeping together with your dog brings, dogs all over the world are fighting for their place under the owner’s blanket 🐶👍🏼. ⠀ …
Some dog owners think that if they let their dogs lie on their bed or couch, there is no need to make a separate place for them. ⠀ But this is wrong ❌ ⠀ So why do dogs need their own place even when you allow them to spend time on your bed or couch? …
Dogs have learnt to understand us very well. ⠀ But what would they say if they could talk? 🐶 ⠀ These are the 10 things that all dogs would love to tell their owners if they could. ⬇️ ⠀ 😍 “Please, smile more often!” Dogs love it when people they love smile. They can smile …
There are 4 main ways dogs use to communicate with other canines and people: ⠀ ✔️They whine, bark, howl, squeal, grunt and make all kinds of other sounds. Each one of them vary according to the situation – barking, for instance. When our dogs bark with the purpose of attracting attention to themselves or protecting …
Some dog owners get a bit annoyed at times, because their dog tends to smell everything around: every grass blade, every bush, every tree and every seemingly inconspicuous piece of land. ⠀ 🐶So, why do our dogs smell everything and should we allow them to? ⠀ ❗️Dogs cannot live without new experiences, their mental health …
8⃣ Remember that your emotions affect your dog’s mood. If you’re upset or annoyed, it’s better to postpone the training session. ⠀ 9⃣ There are no breeds that are “bad for training”. Make sure to take into consideration your dog’s temperament and the breed’s special qualities. All breeds, including beagles, huskies and others are trainable, …
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14 things you must know before you get to training your dog. Part 1. ⠀ 1️⃣ Nurturing and training are different. Training is all about teaching commands, whereas nurturing is about teaching the dog the rules of behavior around people and other dogs. ⠀ 2️⃣ In order for dogs to behave and follow commands, they …
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Why do dogs pull on the leash? ⠀ 1️⃣ Unconscious teaching. The dog is pulling – the owner is following. This is how the dog learns to pull. ⠀ 2️⃣ Yanking on the leash. Leash jerks result in the opposite of what you are trying to achieve – the dog starts pulling even more. ⠀ …
Does your dog steal from the table or beg for food? 🍖🍔🍗 ⠀ These bad habits usually stem from one and the same problem – once you shared a bit of food from the table with your pup or you haven’t organized your home in a way that wouldn’t let the dog steal a delicious …
If you are choosing between two breeds 🐶 – husky and malamute – think which one is better for you. ⠀ Think why you want these dogs in general. ⠀ So many people only get them because of their beauty. However, these dogs are very special, and not everyone ends up happy after getting them. …
Being on good terms with the owner is an important factor in successful training. ⠀ If your dog is used to you and trusts you, that’s great, but there’s one more thing that matters – your emotional state. ⠀ It might seem that it’s not something that would hinder the training process. But, really, would …
1️⃣ Basenji is a dog that comes from Central Africa and can’t bark. ⠀ 2️⃣ Basenjis shed their fur. It is a total myth that they don’t shed or cause any allergies. ⠀ 3️⃣ Basenjis are real hunters and can make independent decisions. ⠀ 4️⃣ Basenjis are sometimes fearful. They get anxious when they hear …
It’s almost impossible to avoid mistakes in dog training. But knowing them is the best way to eliminate many problems. Here are the most common mistakes dog owners make 👇 ⠀ 1️⃣ Everything is too complicated. It’s very hard to control the process of training and your behavior at the beginning. But here’s a solution: …
Dog owners are often misunderstood and even sometimes become a source of annoyance for others. So, what are these “strange things” that dog parents do that might annoy others? ⠀ 🍀 “They love dogs more than they love people!” There are indeed dog owners who might be a living proof of this, but they’re still …
Some dog owners prefer to walk their dog on a short leash, because it seems “more convenient” to them. ⠀ But let’s be honest, the “convenience” of this habit is highly doubtful. So, why is a short leash bad? ⠀ There are two main reasons for that: ⠀ 1️⃣ If your leash is shorter than …
«Why should I teach my dog self-control?🤔» – dog owners often ask, implying that it’s quite a useless skill. ⠀ However, this statement is far from truth. Self-control (or impulse-control) is actually very useful. ⠀ ❗Self-control is necessary for any dog. ⠀ This skill is based on three main commands: “Sit”, “Stand” and “Down”. ⠀ …
Except primary motivation, dogs also have secondary motivation. This is the type of motivation that we specifically train our dogs to have. This is social motivation. ⠀ Social motivation includes: ▫️Praise or scratching (and other pleasant tactile sensations). ⠀ 🐶Why do you need to train your dog to have social motivation? ⠀ Because when we …
Many dog owners are waiting for the moment when their dogs will grow older and get “smarter”. ⠀ Sure, dogs, just like people, experience different things every day, learn new skills and behaviors, interact with their owner and the outside world. ⠀ And a dog will certainly be getting smarter and smarter if its owner …
Unlike cats, who are carnivores 🥩, dogs are considered omnivores with strong carnivorous traits. ⠀ Your dog’s behavior is affected by the amount and the quality of the food you feed it, as well as the way the feeding is organized. ⠀ Dogs can treat their food in different ways. ⠀ There is a notion …
So, how many ways to call your dog are too many? ⠀ There’s a rule that applies to small puppies: while our dogs are still little and only learning their name, we should call them by the same name all the time, so that we don’t confuse them🙈 ⠀ However, so many dog owners will …
How to start training our puppy? What behavior to reward? ⠀ It’s quite simple: 1. Did your puppy approach you? – Great! Call him by the name and give him a treat! ⠀ 2. You stepped away, but your puppy followed you? – Call him by the name and give him a treat! ⠀ 3. …
The rule of 12 is all about the period of socialization for your puppy! ⠀ It goes like this: By 12 weeks of age, a puppy should already be familiar with: 🐶12 different surfaces 🐶12 different people 🐶12 dog breeds 🐶12 types of sounds 🐶12 different rooms/places 🐶12 animal species 🐶12 means of transportation ⠀ …
We often want to pet and scratch our dogs when they do something well. ⠀ ❌BUT! You shouldn’t pet your four-legged friend when it is focused and working. ⠀ Even the most tactile-loving pets don’t enjoy being petted during training, when they are working hard, so they’ll even try to avoid your hand that is …
Puppies love playing, chewing and biting everything, exploring the world around them. Including their favorite people. Puppies bite our fingers, jump on our feet – they are exploring the human body using their mouth and teeth, since they don’t have hands. ⠀ And this might seem cute when the puppy is just 2 months old …
