Tagged With Training

Labrador Retriever puppy sitting on a hardwood floor with a guilty expression, surrounded by pet deterrent spray bottles

How to Stop Dogs From Peeing Inside: Sprays, Training, and More

31 March 2024

Proven ways to get your dog to stop peeing in the house, such as positive reinforcement, deterrent sprays, and making sure to clean up accidents properly.

Owner kneeling next to dog on a bed, gently scolding the dog with a submissive posture

How to Get Your Dog to Stop Peeing on the Bed: Expert Advice

30 March 2024

Some helpful ways to get your dog to stop peeing on the bed, such as house training, positive reinforcement, and dealing with health concerns.

Photorealistic image of a mixed-breed poodle dog with a fluffy, light-colored coat, standing upright with one front paw raised, as if engaged in air humping behavior, in a well-lit, tranquil garden filled with verdant plants and warm sunlight.

Why Do Dogs Hump the Air? Unraveling the Curious Canine Behavior

30 March 2024

Causes of air humping in dogs, such as sexual stimulation, stress, seeking attention, and medical problems, and how to stop the behavior.

Portrait of a wet Poodle with a thick, curly white coat sitting on the edge of a swimming pool, looking unsure with one paw dipped in the water

Can All Dogs Swim? Exploring Canine Swimming Abilities

30 March 2024

A dog's ability to swim depends on its breed, body type, and prior experience. Some breeds are born to swim, while others may have a harder time.

Anxious-looking pug curled up on a bed, compulsively sucking on the corner of a patterned comforter

Why Do Dogs Suck on Blankets? Exploring the Instincts Behind the Behavior

23 March 2024

Why dogs suck on blankets, from natural instincts to self-soothing, and even potential problems that may need to be addressed with training.

A calm German Shepherd dog observing a curious orange tabby cat sitting together on a plush rug in a cozy living room

German Shepherds and Cats: How to Make It Work

23 March 2024

German Shepherds and cats can get along if the German Shepherd is trained, socialized, and their herding and prey drives are controlled.

Maine Coon cat with a thick, grey coat standing on a wooden coffee table as the owner places aluminum foil to discourage the cat from jumping up

How to Keep Cats Off Furniture: Positive Training Techniques

22 March 2024

Ways to train your cat to stay off furniture, such as using positive reinforcement and making sure your cat has other places to scratch.

Tabby cat sitting on a bed, its tail swishing, looking directly at the camera

Why Do Cats Poop on Beds? Causes and Solutions

20 March 2024

Cats may poop on beds due to health problems, litter box issues, or anxiety. However, the behavior can be stopped by treating the underlying cause.

Smiling Beagle sitting on a person's lap on a couch, with a cozy living room background

Why Does My Dog Sit on Me? Unpacking the Science Behind Canine Cuddles

16 March 2024

Reasons for dogs sitting on their owners: love, seeking comfort, protection, to show dominance, and the impact of oxytocin on attachment.

Shih Tzu dog licking a wooden floor in a well-lit kitchen, showcasing a common odd behavior

Why Is My Dog Licking the Floor? Insights into Canine Behavior

16 March 2024

Some of the most frequent causes of this behavior include hunger, stress, boredom, medical problems, and conditioning.

Pensive Boxer dog biting a chew toy with a teeth-grinding motion in soft room light

Why Do Dogs Grind Their Teeth? And What Can You Do About It

15 March 2024

Dog bruxism: symptoms, causes such as gum disease, pain, stress, and treatments including veterinary care, pain management, and behavior modification.

Puzzled Samoyed dog barking in an empty living room, with furniture slightly blurred in the background

Why Does My Dog Bark at Nothing? Exploring Dog Senses & Behavior

15 March 2024

Causes of random dog barking, including sensory perception, psychological factors, and effective training techniques to mitigate excessive barking.