Tagged With Socialization

Doberman Pinscher standing over a cowering domestic shorthair cat, showcasing the dog's dominant posture

Why Do Dogs Eat Cats? The Shocking Truth

19 April 2024

Why dogs might eat cats, from the natural prey drive of meat-eating dogs, and how to properly introduce and supervise dogs and cats.

Labrador Retriever standing next to an open crate with a potty pad inside, looking focused and obedient

How to Potty Train an Adult Dog: A Step-by-Step Guide

18 April 2024

Proven ways to housebreak an adult dog, such as establishing a routine, employing crate training, and making sure there are no medical problems.

Close-up of a playful tabby kitten with bright green eyes and a striped coat, batting at a colorful feather toy

How to Get a Kitten to Stop Biting: Techniques That Work

18 April 2024

Positive methods for how to get a kitten to stop biting, such as teaching them to play with toys, clicker training, and ensuring they are properly socialized to avoid issues with biting.

A Doberman Pinscher standing protectively in front of a family, with a trim, athletic build and cropped ears

Do Dobermans Have Aggression? The Facts vs. The Myths

18 April 2024

The personality and aggression of Doberman Pinschers, including genetics, socialization, training, and responsible ownership.

Two medium-sized beagle dogs gently licking each other's muzzles

Why Do Dogs Lick Each Other's Mouths? The Biological Reasons

17 April 2024

Dogs lick other dogs' mouths as a sign of submissiveness, to reinforce social structures, and as a way to send messages through smell and taste.

Pitbull owner kneeling and making eye contact with their medium-sized Pitbull during training, showcasing the dog's attentive and obedient gaze

How Smart Are Pitbulls? New Studies Answer This Question

17 April 2024

Pitbulls are often seen as smart, ranking equally with some of the most well-liked breeds, and their stigma of aggression can be managed with the right attention.

Portrait of a large, muscular Dogo Argentino with a solid white coat and focused expression, standing in a countryside setting

Do Dogo Argentinos Have a Bad Reputation? What You Need to Know

17 April 2024

The Dogo Argentino is a strong-willed dog that needs an experienced owner and proper socialization to avoid aggressive tendencies.

Border Collie puppy playfully tugging on a worn-out sock with a mischievous look

Why Do Dogs Like Socks? The Science Behind Their Stinky Fascination

16 April 2024

Reasons dogs like to chew on socks - smell, feel, and natural desire to chew, but it can be dangerous.

Tense, alert German Shepherd standing in a park with a fearful expression

Why Is My Dog Acting Scared All of a Sudden? Exploring Causes of Fear and Anxiety

16 April 2024

Causes of sudden fear or anxiety in dogs, such as medical problems, changes in the environment, and life stages, and what to do about it.

A large male tabby cat intently staring at a scared, helpless kitten in a dimly lit, cluttered basement setting

Why Do Male Cats Kill Kittens? How to Stop Infanticide

15 April 2024

Male cats might murder kittens as a result of their biological need to get rid of competition and ensure their genes are passed on.

Friendly Great Dane with a brindle coat lounging comfortably on a porch, welcoming visitors

Do Great Danes Make Good Guard Dogs? How to Train Your Gentle Giant

13 April 2024

Great Danes have the potential to be good guard dogs due to their size, protective nature, and loyalty, especially if they are well-trained and socialized.

Close-up portrait of a Cocker Spaniel with golden fur, mouth open in a whining gesture, positioned in front of a person sitting at a cluttered desk

How to Get Your Dog to Stop Whining for Attention: Effective Strategies

9 April 2024

Causes of a dog that won't stop whining for attention, such as boredom, separation anxiety, and a learned behavior, and how to fix the problem with positive reinforcement.