Breed Basics: Dachshunds
The dachshund is recognized around the world by his distinctive shape and nickname, the wiener dog. They come in three sizes (standard, miniature, and toy)...
How Can You Turn Your Dog Into a Water Dog?
It’s one of the biggest fears any dog owner has: their dog will be afraid of water, or will refuse to dip his paws...
Are electric shock collars helpful, harmful or useless for dog training?
Whether we subscribe to them or not, I’m sure we all have some sort of reaction to electric/shock collars. Many of us see them...
Help! My Dog’s Afraid of Everything. Global Fear in Dogs and What to do?
A lot of dogs are afraid of something. Just like you may be afraid of heights, snakes, or your Aunt Bertha’s cheek-pinching ways, dogs...
Can Animals Speak Different Languages?
Tell a Mexican-born Chihuahua “sit” and he’ll cock his head at you and wonder what it is you just muttered. But tell him “siéntate”...
The Complexity of Parrots: Keeping Them Happy and Friendly
That adorable baby bird you purchased at the store may be very sweet as a youngster but may turn into the equivalent of a...
Yawning Dogs Prove Canines Can Sense Our Emotions?
Yawning is contagious. We all know that. At least, yawns are contagious among humans. Dogs are a different story. But a recent study organized...
In the Art of Dancing, Animals Take Top Spot
With the longtime success of dance competitions including “So You Think You Can Dance” and “Dancing With the Stars,” it’s no doubt that we...
Body Language and Vocalizations: What’s Your Cat Really Saying?
Unlike dogs who wag their tails, smile, whimper, and give other pretty obvious clues about what they're feeling and thinking, cats can be a...
How To Treat Toy Aggression in Dogs
Toys are a great way for dogs to burn off energy and socialize. But they can be counterproductive if your dog doesn’t know how...
