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Unique Command Words for Dogs: 11 Fun Ideas to Try Today (Vet-Approved)
We all know the basic commands for dogs—sit, stay, lie down, heel. Sometimes, the basic commands just aren’t enough, though. There are a lot of situations in w…
Why Do Dogs Lift One Paw? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons
Dogs may not share our language, but that doesn’t keep them from being effective communicators. Understanding the nuance of their minor body positions and move…
Why Do Dogs Love Belly Rubs? Vet-Approved Interaction Facts & FAQ
Our dogs have us wrapped around their paws. You know it's time for a belly rub when your dog flops on their back and looks at you with those big, pleading eyes…
6 Sounds That Scare Dogs & Vet-Reviewed Ways to Help Them
Canine noise aversion or phobia is a serious medical condition affecting approximately between a quarter and half of the dogs in the United States. Dogs with t…
How to Train a Working Dog: 9 Vet-Approved Tips
Dogs can do incredible things. You can find dogs working in jobs all over the world. Dogs can be search and rescue animals, helping find people trapped in rubb…
Can Dogs Laugh? What Science Says
Our dogs are so cheerful and full of spunk that you would think you would see them suffer from the giggles from time to time. After all, sometimes you look ove…
How to Train Mixed-Breed Dogs: 9 Vet-Approved Tips
Adopting a mixed-breed dog invites a world of joy into the home and plenty of guesswork about how you should train them. While purebreds bear relatively predic…
How to Train a Bernedoodle: 12 Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks
The Bernedoodle is a designer breed that combines the Bernese Mountain Dog with the Poodle. The hybrid typically gets its intelligence from the Poodle parent,…