A PetsRadar piece catalogs 20 odd but normal canine habits and links them to instinctual roots and social signaling, offering owners context for behaviors that often provoke alarm or amusement. Read On…
A dispute over a tennis ball between two dogs left blood on the snow and highlighted toy-aggression, a form of resource guarding trainers say can escalate if not treated with consistent, positive methods. Read On…
The American Kennel Club warns that the twice‑yearly shift in clocks can disturb dogs’ internal clocks, producing anxiety, stomach upset and accidents as owners change feeding and walk times. Read On…
Veterinarians caution that a one-size-fits-all exercise plan can fail dogs: breed, individual energy and lifestyle determine how much physical and mental activity a dog needs to stay healthy. Read On…
Trainers and dog‑care professionals say floor‑rolling is a common, often joyful behavior that lets dogs experience the world through their whole bodies and can act as massage, scent work and self‑soothing. Read On…
The Stacked House, a climate-controlled public dog gym inside The Pitbull Store on Grand Avenue in Peoria, has opened to help owners exercise their dogs during extreme heat, offering workouts that include slat mills, wall climbs and weight pulls. Read On…
Dog zoomies are brief, intense spells of running and chasing that owners often see after baths, during play or when a dog is excited or stressed. The behavior is widely observed and described in vivid terms: sprinting like a track athlete, low-to-the-ground circles and dramatic play bows. Read On…
A Texas A&M-led study of 50,000 dogs reports that more than 99% of U.S. dogs exhibited at least one behavior problem, with many issues relatively minor and owners often not recognizing them, researchers said. Read On…
Matt Beisner, owner of The Zen Dog in downtown Los Angeles, trains dogs others consider impossible, prioritizing safety and reduced tension while helping animals and owners rebuild their relationships. Read On…
An evergreen Kinship guide outlines a lure-and-reward method for teaching dogs to lie down, with practical tips on praising incremental progress and removing visible treats while still delivering rewards. Read On…