Pet dog training and behavior modification
There’s a lot of hubbub sometimes regarding purebred dogs. Whether or not they’re better than mixed breeds, which ones are good for what tasks, “Purebred,” is ultimately a concept that is entirely made-up by humans. It’s a way we classify dogs based on selective breeding, and is intended to designate
Just about every knowledgeable canine professional or avid dog lover with echo the same advice: avoid backyard breeders like the plague. If you’re not quite sure yet why backyard breeding gets such a nasty attitude from professionals and enthusiasts alike, my article, The Real Dangers of Backyard Breeding may be
Learn more…How to Spot a Backyard Breeder (11 Red Flags to Look For)
In a recent article, I discussed my experiences with Embark and Wisdom Panel dog DNA kits on my very mixed-breed dog, Grimm. At the same time I had Grimm’s DNA done with Embark, I also decided to order a home DNA (breed and health) kit for a newer addition, Milo.
Learn more…We Tried Embark DNA (and it showed even more than we’d hoped)
One of my personal dogs, Grimm, is what I affectionately refer to as a “genetic nightmare.” He’s a very mixed-breed dog with a mystery background that I got at a shelter many years ago. In fact, he’s the very dog that introduced me to behavior modification training, which I talk
Unlike some other breeds or breed groups with significant variation in size, coat type, or behavior, the pomeranian is not divided into different types or varieties on the basis of its size or other physical traits. Pomeranians are, more or less, universally known for their small stature, full fluffy coats,
I think we’ve all met a dog with small dog syndrome. They’re a tiny little ball of concentrated mischief and rage, complete with barking, biting, and bossing. They live on the other side of the fence, at grandma’s house, down the hall at your friend’s apartment, and pulling their owners
A few months back, I happened upon a post online in a dog training group in which I occasionally participate. I should have scanned past it like I do with most other posts, but I saw an opportunity to answer what I thought was a genuine query, so took a
During the last decade, a lot of research has been carried out on the topics of how dogs visually perceive their environment, and a dog vision has become a topic which has been a constant source of study. Throughout myths and misconceptions, tests and trials, and anecdotal speculation, we’ve actually
Out in the wilds that are the internet, there’s a buzzing concern around trachea when it comes to dog training. Online breed profiles will warn of the risk of collapsed trachea in specific breeds, amateur dog trainers will rant for hours about it, and strangers will warn how it’s dangerous
If you are hearing the phrase “brachycephalic” for the first time, you may think from its technical name that it denotes some kind of canine disorder that you should avoid at all costs. In reality, though, this term refers to a group of some of the most common and well-liked
