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Did you know? Self handicapping is the term used to depict the way some larger dogs may adjust their…

Adrienne Farricelli

Did you know? Self handicapping is the term used to depict the way some larger dogs may adjust their playing styles to smaller, more fragile dogs. These dogs use these kinder playing methods so that play can keep going.

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Why Do Dogs Bark at Other Dogs on Walks?

Why do dogs bark at other dogs on walks? You walk your dog and the moment he sees another dog, he's barking as if he just saw an alien from another planet.

Adrienne Farricelli

Why Do Dogs Sleep With Their Eyes Open?

Why dogs sleep with their eyes open? If you have noticed your dog sleeping with his eyes open, consider that things may be deceiving. In reality, what you are likely seeing is your dog's third eyelid.

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Why Do Dogs Fence Fight?

Why do dogs fence fight? It's a common sight for people who walk their dogs by fenced yards to see dogs who are highly aroused and barking. One moment they're barking at the trigger, the next they're at each other, growling and barking as if they were actually fighting.

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Why Do Dogs Eat Cat Food?

Dogs eat cat food for a simple reason: dogs find cat food to be an appealing delicacy that is difficult to resist. If Rover is stealing Miss Kitty's food though, you may want to take some steps to discourage this behavior. While it's still nutrition, dogs are built differently than cats and therefore have different nutritional requirements. Not to mention, it's not nice for your dog to deprive your cat from needed nourishment, and secondly, consider the fact that cat food can cause problems to your dog, especially when consumed frequently or in abundance.

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Why Do Dogs Whine When You Give Them a Bone?

So you decided to stop by the pet store and get your dog a bone, but as soon as you give it to him, he starts whining as he carries the bone in his mouth, what gives? Isn't your dog supposed to be a happy camper and just lie down and enjoy chomping on it like any normal dog would?

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Why Do Dogs Bark When Playing?

Many dogs bark when playing and dog owners may often wonder what triggers this behavior. Why do dogs have to"talk so much" when they are having fun? What are they trying to say? And most of all, where's that "off button"? How can we reduce a dog's barking behavior when playing?

Adrienne Farricelli

Why Do Dogs Steal Other Dogs' Toys?

Understanding why dogs steal other dog's toys requires putting ourselves in Rover's shoes and watching the interactions.

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Why Do Dogs Act Protective of One Owner?

When a dog acts protective of one owner, the issue shouldn't be underestimated considering that these dogs, when put in a stressful situations, may be likely to bite. Intervention from a dog behavior professional is paramount considering the risks involved in such situations. Protective behaviors tend to not get better with time, and the more a dog is allowed to rehearse the problem behavior, the more it puts roots considering that this behavior tends to attain a strong reinforcement history.

Adrienne Farricelli

Why Do Dogs Refuse to Walk on Leash?

If your dog refuses to walk on leash, you may be thinking your dog is being stubborn like a mule, but most likely, there are other dynamics at play. These dogs certainly deserve being given the benefit of doubt before labeling them as hard-headed or lazy. It's therefore important to play close attention to when this behavior occurs so to obtain some helpful pointers which provide valuable help in the resolution process of the problem.

Adrienne Farricelli

Why Do Dogs Eat So Fast?

Dogs eat so fast because their minds and bodies were crafted to survive in a feast or famine fashion. To better understand this behavior it takes gaining a closer look into the roots of the behavior which dates back to when a dog's ancestors lived in groups and hunted for their own meat.

Adrienne Farricelli