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Happy, energetic Border Collie with a bright yellow tennis ball in its mouth, ready to fetch in a grassy field

Why Do Dogs Love Tennis Balls? It's More Complicated Than You Think

28 May 2024

Dogs enjoy running after and bringing back tennis balls because of their inherent prey drive and pack mentality.

Golden retriever's paw being held by their owner as they use a nail grinder to trim the dog's nails in a warm, inviting home setting

How to Safely Grind Your Dog's Nails at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

25 May 2024

How to safely grind your dog's nails, from recognizing when your dog's nails are too long to methods for helping your dog relax.

Female Poodle with a curly, white coat cuddled up in her owner's arms in a warm, indoor setting

Why Is My Female Dog Suddenly Clingy? Investigating the Causes

23 May 2024

Causes of sudden neediness in female dogs, such as health problems, hormones, and separation anxiety, and how to deal with it.

Mischievous Labrador Retriever squeezing through a hole in a wooden fence, ready to explore the peaceful, grassy field beyond

Why Do Dogs Run Away? Exploring the Motivations Behind Canine Escape Artists

22 May 2024

Causes of dog escape, such as natural behaviors, fear, and genetics, and how to stop and deal with a lost dog.

Shih Tzu with a long, silky coat fast asleep on a dog bed, with a contented expression on its face

Why Do Dogs Bark in Their Sleep? Unraveling the Mysteries of Canine Dreams

17 May 2024

Dogs bark in their sleep because of the same brain activity that causes humans to dream, and smaller dogs and younger dogs are more likely to bark at night.

Golden retriever dog in a focused, serious stance between its owner and an imaginary intruder, practicing guard commands

Are Golden Retrievers Good Guard Dogs? An Assessment

17 May 2024

Golden Retrievers are not good watchdogs because of their friendly demeanor, but they can be taught to be watchful and protective.

A Jack Russell Terrier with a white and tan coat pacing on a sidewalk before squatting down to relieve itself in a residential neighborhood

Why Dogs Walk and Poop at the Same Time: The Science Behind the Behavior

17 May 2024

Reasons behind why dogs pace before pooping including territorial marking instincts, physiological reasons, and possible medical issues.

Curious Labrador retriever puppy with a chocolate brown coat taking its first steps on a soft carpeted floor, its tail wagging excitedly as it explores its surroundings

How Long Does It Take for Puppies to Walk? The Phases of Puppy Mobility Development

16 May 2024

Puppies typically begin to walk at 2-4 weeks as their leg muscles grow stronger, and most are walking well by 3-4 weeks.

Curious duck sitting next to a small litter box, examining it with hesitation

Potty Training Ducks: An Investigation Into Possibilities and Constraints

15 May 2024

Ducks can't be potty trained because of their physical make-up, however, there are ways to deal with duck poop and keep their living space clean.

Concerned-looking Labrador Retriever sniffing at a raw steak on the floor in a household setting

Can Eating Raw Meat Cause Aggression in Dogs? Effects on Canine Behavior

14 May 2024

Aggression in dogs can be caused by many things other than what they eat, such as fear, anxiety, and a lack of socialization.

Older Labrador Retriever walking on a dog-specific treadmill with a determined expression

How to Strengthen Hind Legs in Older Dogs: Workouts and More

14 May 2024

Workouts, vitamins, and tools to help improve your senior dog's back legs and keep them happy and healthy.

Energetic Siberian Husky shaking a squeaky chew toy back and forth, with striking blue eyes and a fluffy gray and white coat

Why Do Dogs Shake Their Toys? Exploring Canine Behavior

9 May 2024

Dogs shake toys as a way to mimic hunting prey, which is a natural behavior that can depend on the breed and can also help them practice their hunting techniques.