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Do Dogs Get Embarrassed or Are They Just Well Trained?

Do Dogs Get Embarrassed or Are They Just Well Trained?

You know the look: the lowered head, averted eyes, and sudden retreat that seems like an obvious reaction to having done something awkward or broken a rule. Bu…

The Vacation Is Over…So Why Is the Dog Still Acting Strange?

The Vacation Is Over…So Why Is the Dog Still Acting Strange?

It’s pretty normal to feel a bit down when your vacation comes to an end – no more breakfast buffet, no more room service, and no more poolside cocktails. But…

Why Has My Dog Suddenly Started Stealing Food? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons & What to Do

Why Has My Dog Suddenly Started Stealing Food? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons & What to Do

Is your dog stealing food all of a sudden? While you can certainly understand wanting a taste of your delicious food, this behavior can be quite troublesome an…

The Hidden Risks of Letting Puppies Meet Other Dogs Too Early

The Hidden Risks of Letting Puppies Meet Other Dogs Too Early

Your new puppy is basically the cutest creature on the planet, and you probably want to show them off to everyone you know. Friends want to snuggle them, famil…

Gentle Training Methods to Curb Excessive Barking

Gentle Training Methods to Curb Excessive Barking

If your dog loves to express every thought, feeling, and dramatic opinion with a bark, you are not alone. Barking is normal, healthy, and one of the main ways…

Why Do Dogs Howl at Sirens? 3 Vet-Verified Reasons

Why Do Dogs Howl at Sirens? 3 Vet-Verified Reasons

There’s nothing worse than being woken up at night not just to a siren wailing but to neighborhood dogs howling in response. Although not all dogs howl at sire…

Why Do Dogs Chase Shadows? Vet-Reviewed Instinct & Behavior Explanation

Why Do Dogs Chase Shadows? Vet-Reviewed Instinct & Behavior Explanation

Dogs are full of quirky antics and questionable behaviors, so much so that you could spend hours scrolling and laughing at videos shared on social media. Shado…

Why Do Dogs Chase People? Vet-Reviewed Causes & Handling Tips

Why Do Dogs Chase People? Vet-Reviewed Causes & Handling Tips

Have you ever wondered why dogs chase people? It's not just because they're full of energy and love to play (although that might be true too!). Often, this beh…