Life With My Dogs
Simple Steps to Calm Your Dog’s Excessive Barking
From Frustration to Harmony: Creating a Peaceful Home for You and Your Barking Companion - Simple Steps to Calm Your Dog's Excessive Barking Living with a dog that barks excessively can turn our peaceful home into a stressful environment. I know firsthand how...
Barking Triggers: Is It Really Nothing?
Is It Really 'Nothing'? Exploring the Sensory World of Your Dog and Their Barking Triggers: Understanding What Your Furry Friend Senses Have you ever watched your dog bark at seemingly nothing? You're not alone! Dogs live in a sensory world far richer than our own....
Redirect Excessive Barking
Beyond 'Quiet': Practical Strategies to Manage and Redirect Excessive Barking - Simple Tips for a Peaceful Home Dogs bark—it's a natural form of communication. But when your furry friend won't stop barking at every passing squirrel or delivery person, it can test even...
Is Your Dog Barking at Nothing?
Is Your Dog Barking at Nothing? Your Dog's Talking Viewpoint: Understanding What They See That You Don't Have you ever caught your dog barking at what seems like thin air? It's easy to think they're barking at nothing, but dogs actually perceive the world very...
10 Reasons Why Dogs Bark
10 Reasons Why Dogs Bark: Understanding Your Furry Friend's Communication Dogs make all kinds of noises, but barking is their main way to talk. You might wonder why your furry friend seems to bark at everything from mail carriers to squirrels. Understanding why dogs...
Barking Bonanza: Understanding Your Dog’s Vocal Language and When to Take Action
Dogs communicate with us through many different barks, each carrying a unique message. As a dog trainer, I've learned that each type of bark has a specific meaning, from playful yips to warning woofs. Your dog's bark can signal anything from happiness and excitement...
Is It Playful or Aggressive? Recognizing Different Dog Play Styles
Dogs love to play, and watching them romp around brings joy to any pet parent's life. As a dog trainer, I've seen many worried faces when pets get rowdy during playtime. It's natural to wonder if that growling and wrestling means fun or trouble. The main difference...
Fearful Fido: How to Identify and Help a Scared Dog
Dogs can show fear in many ways, from hiding under furniture to displaying obvious signs of stress. As a veterinarian, I've seen countless scared pups come through my clinic doors. A fearful dog will often show specific signals like pinned-back ears, tucked tail,...
