Readers of the K9 Magazine Dogosaurus may well be benefiting from being able to label the odd behaviors that our dogs present. We like to apply names to the often funny and sometimes strange behaviors our dogs exhibit. It certainly…
Understanding acts of aggression between two dogs who previously got along well requires us to identify a trigger point that leads to a sudden change in behavior. A dog suddenly aggressive toward an existing dog with whom they previously had…
There are a variety of reasons why dogs bark at each other and the specific reason can depend on the individual dog and the situation. Some common reasons include: Territorial behaviour: Dogs may bark at other dogs that are approaching…
It’s a troubling thought if you’ve ever wondered – is my dog bored? Is my dog getting enough out of the life I provide for them? Is my dog bored of me? A terrifying thought for our ego to cope…
At the San Diego Zoo, there’s a sign near the rhinoceros enclosure that reads, “Stay back at least 20 feet and beware when I turn my back to you.” The reason for the warning is that rhinos like to mark…
As a dog owner it can be seriously frustrating when your dog doesn’t listen. You find yourself calling your dog to no avail, training your dog produces sketchy results depending on the level of distraction. Training classes come and go…
There’s no such thing as a bad dog, only bad owners. You’ve heard this phrase, right? Its intent, as far as I can tell, is something like this: “All dogs are good. Only dogs who are brought up badly will…
Everyone who owns a dog knows how much they love to play. But most people don’t understand why dogs play and how important a role it plays in their development. You might be surprised to know that a dog playing…
Have you ever wondered what your dog is trying to tell you when they bark? Have you ever wondered why dogs bark at all? This guide translates dog language so you can have better conversations with your dog.
When you smile at your dog you set off a chain reaction in their body fueled by the so-called ‘love hormone’ oxytocin. A new study has found that smiling directly at your dog makes the dog feel warm and fuzzy,…
To evaluate the effects of aversive (punishment) and reward-based training methods on companion dog welfare, a study has shown that dogs with no previous training were more affected by the avoidance based cues of rewarding methods and had greater distress…
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Why do dogs chew their own feet? If you've ever witnessed your own dog cause themselves significant stress or physical harm as a result of self-inflicted actions, you'll know that our canine friends can sometimes be the cause of concern and worry when they develop a behaviour pattern that is self-destructive.
Each year, thousands of people around the world ask; why does a dog attack unprovoked? Even more terrifying, the number of people who want to know why my dog attacked me for no reason, suggests people are not only worried…
Ever wondered why dogs lick their lips? The scientific answer explains that dogs lick their lips as a way of communicating stress. How scientists learned this lip licking info is fascinating.
Why is my dog humping absolutely everything, everyone, every other dog, every soft toy? Dog humping is both hilarious and embarrassing. Let's find out why they do it and how we can stop it. [Updated April 2020]
An unusual encounter with a middle aged Terrier back in the Summer of 1998 gave me an interesting insight into the dog body language of shaking / or shivering dogs. I set my gaze on this small, but friendly dog…
“Gross! Why’s he rolling around in the mud like that?” “I don’t know son, maybe he thinks he’s bathing.” Interestingly, wolves and other wild dogs rolled in mud and other fowl substances to disguise their scent from prey. While its…
What Makes A Dog Tilt Its Head To The Side? In our ongoing series on dog body language and, quite frankly, because our dogs just do some things that make us ask why? We take a look at the curious…